The psycho-analytic study of the family

"The Psycho-Analytic Study of the Family" by J. C. (John Carl) Flugel is a scientific book that looks at the psychology of families, especially how love, hate, and hidden desires affect how family members act and grow. It shows how early family connections can mold who we become and how we relate to others. The book starts by explaining how our minds and feelings develop within the family and explains that to understand people, we need to look at the emotions and problems that come up at home. It highlights how important the first bonds are, like the ones between parents and children, and introduces ideas like holding back feelings and the Oedipus complex, explaining why they matter for mental health. The beginning of this book argues that understanding families is key to fixing bigger problems in society.