Two virtual hosts discuss the key points of Unnatural Love, a paper by Mark Kinet in the Dutch Journal of Psychoanalysis. He argues that psychoanalysis sees perversion not simply as a sexual deviation but as a complex way of coping with innerconflict. Freud viewed it as an expression of the child's early sexuality and as a defence against deep-seated fears of loss and vulnerability. Klein linked it to primitive anxieties and aggression, while Lacan understood it as a way ofresisting the limits and rules that make social life possible. Stollerdescribed perversion as an attempt to turn the pain of childhood trauma into asense of power and control. More recent thinkers, such as McDougall—who speaksof a self-protective form of sexuality—and Benvenuto, who highlights the lossof mutuality and genuine encounter, have further expanded this psychoanalytic perspective. Ultimately, Kinet suggests that perversion sheds light on universal human struggles with love, desire, control, and vulnerability.

For the paper in the Dutch Journal of Psychoanalysis: Onnatuurlijke Liefde

For more information, visit: ⁠www.markkinet.be⁠

Current Psychoanalysis presents AI-generated conversations inspired by the 35+ books and writings of psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Mark Kinet. Each episode aims to stimulatereflection and dialogue on contemporary psychoanalytic theory and clinical practice.

Mark Solms is widely regarded as one of the leading figures in contemporary psychoanalysis and neuroscience. He is the editor of Freud’s New Standard Edition and he has played a major role in restoring psychoanalysis to scientific standing. His latest book bears a characteristically ambitious title: The Only Cure: Freud and the Neuroscience of Mental Healing.

Drawing on Mark Kinet’s critical review, two virtual hosts explore the strengths and limitations of Solms’ neuropsychoanalytic vision of psychoanalysis. The stakes are high, although—paraphrasing Freud—every advance may ultimately prove to be only half as great as it first appears.

For the review, visit Freud after Freud. Review of Mark Solms' The Only Cure

For more information, visit: www.markkinet.be

Current Psychoanalysis presents AI-generated conversations inspired by the 35+ books and writings of psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Mark Kinet. Each episode aims to stimulate reflection and dialogue on contemporary psychoanalytic theory and clinical practice.

Some children learn too early how to care for others—and too late how to care for themselves.

Based on Mark Kinet's The Psychodynamics and Psychogenesis of Parentification, this conversation explores the hidden costs of growing up with responsibilities that belong to adults. The works of Sigmund Freud, Sandor Ferenczi, Michael Balint, Melanie Klein, Donald Winnicott, Wilfred Bion and Jacques Lacan are integrated in systemic thinking and contemporary psychoanalytic perspectives derived from attachment theory, infant research, and neuropsychoanalysis.

Two virtual hosts discuss role reversal, emotional parentification, family dynamics, resilience, and vulnerability, showing how childhood experiences can continue to shape adult relationships and psychological well-being.

An accessible introduction to one of the most significant yet under-recognised themes in contemporary psychotherapy.

The Psychodynamics and Psychogenesis of Parentification - 1st Edition

More information: www.markkinet.be

Current Psychoanalysis presents AI-generated discussions inspired by the 35+ books and other writings of psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Mark Kinet. Each episode offers an accessible introduction to contemporary psychoanalytic thought and practice.