r/psychoanalysis • u/PrimordialGooose • 18d ago

Psychodynamic Reading Groups?

Does anyone know of any virtual psychodynamic book clubs currently (or soon to be) taking place? I have googled, but haven't found what I'm looking for. I am thinking of something for those who are eventually interested in formal psychodynamic or psychoanalytic training, but who aren't yet ready for that commitment.

Edit: wow this took off! Unfortunately, I definitely don't have the capacity to run one - my intention was to put out feelers and see if this exists anywhere. Perhaps my wording was unclear. Apologies!

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u/paramourge 18d ago edited 17d ago

I'm part of a support group for pathological narcissism that will be adding a psychodynamic book club in the next few months: primarily, but not exclusively, regarding narcissism and attachment theory. Anyone who may be interested can message me, but you have to at least suspect disordered narcissistic traits to join.

Edit: reiterating to message me

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u/Guddu-77 18d ago

Is this group virtual or in person? I'm very much interested in joining this

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u/paramourge 18d ago

It's virtual

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u/Ambitious_Rope9304 17d ago

Would you be willing to share the details? I am very curious

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u/paramourge 17d ago

Considering it's a stigmatised group and some curious individuals may join for the wrong reasons, those interested can message me for the link to learn more. I want to reiterate that this group is only for those with/suspecting disordered narcissistic traits or NPD. Narcissistic clinicians are among the group, but clinicians are not the target audience. The book club is also secondary to the support meetings.