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The phenomenology of intersubjectivity in Jaspers and Husserl: on the capacities and limits of empathy and communication in psychiatric praxis.

Authors :
Luft S
Schlimme JE
Source :
Psychopathology [Psychopathology] 2013; Vol. 46 (5), pp. 345-54. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 Jul 27.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

In this article, we present two accounts of intersubjectivity in Jaspers and Husserl, respectively. We argue that both can be brought together for a more satisfying account of empathy and communication in the context of psychiatric praxis. But while we restrict ourselves for the most part to this praxis, we also indicate the larger agenda that drives Jaspers and Husserl, despite all disagreement. Here we spell out, in particular, how a phenomenologically inspired account of empathy and intersubjectivity can have larger ramifications for a theory of social life and interaction. Finally, we argue for a 'relaxed' view concerning the relation between pure and applied phenomenology, such that both can mutually benefit from one another.<br /> (© 2013 S. Karger AG, Basel.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1423-033X
Volume :
46
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Psychopathology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
23899448
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1159/000353272