We’ve talked about many similarities between what psychologists and writers do. There are also some important differences. Beyond the obvious that one is through writing and the other is verbal/nonverbal communication (although psychologists often write, too!). Differences Beneficence is a Core Value of Psychology Psychologists have a responsibility in their work to do no harm… Continue reading Psychology and Literature (3)
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Psychology and Literature (2)
Further Similarities Psychologists and writers have many motivations in common. In part 1 of psychology and literature, we discussed nonjudgment and holding the mirror to nature. Here are other commonalities. Identifying cause: We all sometimes wonder how something came to be, and how we can make it better. It’s why ‘origin stories’ are often the… Continue reading Psychology and Literature (2)
Psychology and Literature (1)
“To hold as ’twere the mirror up to nature” There has always been a special affinity between psychology and literature – and with good reason. One of my graduate school professors remarked that writers have made some of the best psychologists. (Although some psychologists have made lousy writers.) The reason for this may be easy… Continue reading Psychology and Literature (1)