The metaphor of play
Subtitle: origin and breakdown of personal being
By: by Russell Meares.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Brunner-Routledge
Published: 2005
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 254
Subjects: Borderline personality disorder; Selflessness (Psychology) -- Treatment; Play -- Therapeutic use; Self-perception
Description: "Personality disorder can be conceived as the result of a disruption of the development of self. This thoroughly updated edition of The Metaphor of Play examines how those who have suffered such disruption can be treated by understanding their sense of self and the fragility of their sense of existence." "This highly readable and lucid presentation of the role of play in the development of self will be of interest not only to therapists but also to those interested in the larger issues of mind and consciousness."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.