A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis

"A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis" by Sigmund Freud is a series of lectures that serves as an entry point into the world of psychoanalysis. The book explains core ideas about how the hidden parts of our minds work, why we make mistakes, and the strong influence of sexual urges on our actions. Freud shares how psychoanalysis can be used to treat mental illnesses and helps readers understand the hidden meanings behind everyday behaviors like slips of the tongue or forgetting things. Intended for a general audience, the book aims to establish psychoanalysis as a valid science, even though its concepts might challenge traditional views and face opposition from some.