13 books on psychology that will help to better understand other people

1. "Games People Play. Psychology of human relations, "E. Berne

The international cult bestseller should read those who are willing to go beyond the usual life scenarios, wants to understand his motives and behavior of other people and find out why there conflicts. Byrne believes that people can change their destiny, if he wants.

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2. "The diversity of human worlds," P. IN. Volkov

The author calls his work "Guidelines for the prevention of mental disorders." He writes about the originality of the characters and their subspecies, focuses on interpersonal relationships, mental disorders and examines specific cases from his practice.

The best book about the characters of people in Russian.

Ilya Shabshin

Jobs calls to evaluate a person on the basis of its features, and helps to understand how to treat others with tolerance and why it is necessary to do so. Why in this deal? To prevent painful situations that arise due to lack of understanding.

3. "Red pill. Let's face it! "A. IN. Kurpatov

Based on the results of research in the field of neurosurgery and neurobiology, accessible language the author explains how the human brain works, why it is we deceives and whether this is something to do.

Popular science teaches us to interact with others and tells you how to correctly use your brain to solve important problems. This book is for those who want to get rid of illusions and look at life from a new angle.

"Red pill" - the first book of the trilogy. It also covers "The palaces of the mind. Kill a idiot"How to get the brain to work for themselves, and"Trinity. If more than myself"Dedicated to the three types of thinking.

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4. "The characters and personality disorders," V. P. Rudnev

Each person is unique, and character determines the way we perceive reality and look at the same things. And in order to understand other people, you need to know how each of them sees the world.

The book will help change the perception of himself and the people around them and make a different attitude to their own errors. It is the job of the human character features, defense mechanisms and personality and mental disorders, including depression, hallucinations and paranoia.

5. "Characters of the people," M. E. roughly

Psychiatrist, psychotherapist, MD and Professor M. E. Bruno reveals the essence of the various characters and gives examples of its practice. Professor examines what type are well-known writers, poets, artists and musicians, and by the example of their work explains the features of each character.

Perhaps, in the descriptions you find yourself or your loved ones, and understand why the relationship with one fold, and on the other - no. Finally fix the situation.

Work vigorously recommended the Department of psychotherapy, medical psychology and sexology "Russian Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education "and" Professional Psychotherapeutic League "as a textbook for psychotherapy.

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6. "Accented personality" K. Leonhard

The term "accentuation" introduced Leonhard. Beneath it he knew too pronounced character traits that are the last option of psychical norm and bordering on the pathological condition.

The book is written in a lively and simple language, so it is suitable not only for professionals but also for anyone interested in psychology.

Larisa Milov

In this work, which has become one of the most popular in the field of psychiatry, the author carries out a psychological analysis of accented characters and examines examples of fiction.

7. "To understand the nature of man," A. Adler

Adler, the author of the term "inferiority complex", talks about the adaptation of the person in society, the importance of infancy and early childhood, character development, its individual terms and manifestations.

Adler says that the foundation of all relationships in society - understanding the other. And to reach an understanding can only know the nature of man.

Larisa Milov

He argues that a person carries a responsibility for their actions and be able to change the behavior, which plays an important role in interpersonal relationships.

8. "Under the shadow of Saturn," D. Hollis

Hollis wrote about the eight secrets of male psychology, psychological trauma and how to heal them, and also the fear that controls a man's life.

A book about how difficult it is to be a man in today's world, to perform different social roles and to meet expectations, it is necessary to read and men, and anyone who wants to understand them.

Larisa Milov

The man with the child impose certain expectations, but did not teach him to listen to him. The author explains how to deal with injuries and learn how to build a relationship of trust with yourself and others. The work is complemented with examples from his practice of psychotherapy.

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9. "The psychology of women," K. Horney

A book for those who want to learn how to better understand women and see the differences in the psychology of women and men.

Larisa Milov

Horney did not agree with many of Freud's views against women. For example, the fact that every woman is envious of the male penis and unconsciously wants to give birth to a son. For my point of view she was excluded from the ranks of "the American Psychological Association."

But this did not prevent her to create his own theory of the psychology of women, which is set out in the work. Homey touches upon the topic of sexual disorders and social inequality, writes about the problems of marriage, motherhood, sexual relations, Femininity, love and fidelity.

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10. "He is: the deeper aspects of male psychology," R. Johnson

Johnson draws a parallel with the myth of Parzival and uses the legend to reveal the underlying psychological processes in men. The author tells what it means to be a man and how is its formation, explains the origins of aggression and bad mood, and explains the role of women in the life of the stronger sex.

Johnson has a similar job, but only on women - "She: the deeper aspects of female psychology». In her example the myth of Eros and Psyche, he reveals the subtleties of women's perception of the world.

Wonderful work follower K. Jung about the features of psychology and way of life of men and women.

Larisa Milov

If you ask the question, "What is happening to me?" Or "Why does he or she like that?", These books are for you.

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11. "Why do good people do bad things," D. Hollis

A book about the dark side of our souls. On why people gamble or abuse alcohol, make something that does not coincide with our ideas about them.

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Everyone has a dark side, but not everyone is ready to admit it. It is hidden in the unconscious, but it manifests itself in our behavior and actions. Hollis wrote, how to recognize their shadow, change behavior, to overcome internal differences and learn to act deliberately.

The book will be of interest to anyone who wants to find the strength to deal with the "inner demons" to understand the essence and nature of Shadows and find out what motivates other people when they make certain actions.

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12. "Psychology of emotions. I know how you feel, "P. Ekman

We constantly feel any emotions: fear, glad, sad or angry. Clumsily trying to hide them, and sometimes we think that at a glance understand the feelings of another, but often in the wrong.

The author explains how to capture the hidden signals that submits the source and facial expressions gesturesAnd how to monitor and adjust their own when necessary.

The ability to recognize emotions in oneself and in others - the basis of mutual understanding between the people and the opportunity to make their lives more comfortable.

Larisa Milov

Even the most minor, subtle changes in facial expressions - whether the position of the eyebrows and eyelids, or wrinkles around the eyes - are important. They indicate a person is afraid or merely surprised, upset about something or is tired and wants to sleep.

For clarity, the book is illustrated with photographs of examples. On the last pages - the test for detection of emotions, to consolidate their knowledge.

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13. "Psychology of lies. Lie to me if you can "P. Ekman

It should be read to everyone who does not want to become a victim of fraud and psychological manipulation.

Larisa Milov

Expose any fraud is possible, if you know what exactly you need to pay attention during the conversation. The author proposes to understand how detect lies the smile, facial microexpressions and micro-gestures. It also describes the types of lies, cites historical examples and explains what emotions experienced cheater as they appear.

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