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A classic study of the Japanese psyche, this work serves as a foundation for understanding Japanese behavior. Dr. Takeo Doi's exploration began with the realization that a key concept of human emotion, easily articulated in Japanese, eluded translation into Western languages. His essay, The Anatomy of Dependence, offers a profound analysis of the Japanese mind and contributes significantly to psychology across cultures. Originally published in Japan as Amae no Kozo (The Structure of Amae), the focus is on "amae" (indulgence) and its related terms. This concept embodies a central emotion in Japanese life—passive love that nurtures individuals within their groups, be it family, community, or society. Doi contrasts this with Western ideals of self-reliance, highlighting cultural differences in attitudes toward interdependence and the acceptance of weaknesses. Despite these differences, he notes that Western audiences resonate with the emotions described and seek ways to articulate similar needs. While "amae" is more nuanced in Japan, Doi's insights are recognized for their universal relevance. This translation of his pivotal essay is celebrated as a significant contribution, offering valuable insights not only into the Japanese psyche but into the human experience as a whole.
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The Anatomy Of Dependence The Key Analysis Of Japanese Behavior, Takeo Doi, John Bester
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- Année de publication
- 1981
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- (souple)
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- Titre
- The Anatomy Of Dependence The Key Analysis Of Japanese Behavior
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Takeo Doi, John Bester
- Éditeur
- Kodansha
- Publié
- 1981
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 180
- ISBN10
- 0870114948
- ISBN13
- 9780870114946
- Séries
- Catégories
- Mots clés
- Thèmes psychologiques, Thématique philosophique, Japon, Psychothérapie, Littérature japonaise, Psychologie sociale, Ethnicité, Behaviorisme
- Évaluation
- 3,7 sur 5
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- A classic study of the Japanese psyche, this work serves as a foundation for understanding Japanese behavior. Dr. Takeo Doi's exploration began with the realization that a key concept of human emotion, easily articulated in Japanese, eluded translation into Western languages. His essay, The Anatomy of Dependence, offers a profound analysis of the Japanese mind and contributes significantly to psychology across cultures. Originally published in Japan as Amae no Kozo (The Structure of Amae), the focus is on "amae" (indulgence) and its related terms. This concept embodies a central emotion in Japanese life—passive love that nurtures individuals within their groups, be it family, community, or society. Doi contrasts this with Western ideals of self-reliance, highlighting cultural differences in attitudes toward interdependence and the acceptance of weaknesses. Despite these differences, he notes that Western audiences resonate with the emotions described and seek ways to articulate similar needs. While "amae" is more nuanced in Japan, Doi's insights are recognized for their universal relevance. This translation of his pivotal essay is celebrated as a significant contribution, offering valuable insights not only into the Japanese psyche but into the human experience as a whole.