Abstract
A Comprehensive Introduction to Lacan's Theories of Psychosis
Highlights
Vanheule provides a chronological approach to his presentation of the four distinct theories of psychosis running through Lacan’s oeuvre
A considerable strength of this section is how Vanheule is able to provide a clear exposition of central tenants of Lacanian theory in a manner that is both comprehensive and segues into the theory of psychosis
By examining key Lacanian ideas such as the subject of the unconscious, the signifying chain, and metaphor and metonymy he provides the basis for examining how a disturbance to language is central to psychosis
Summary
Vanheule provides a chronological approach to his presentation of the four distinct theories of psychosis running through Lacan’s oeuvre. It is interesting to note that Vanheule spends a disproportionate amount of time on chapter two “The age of the signifier.” While chapters one, three, and four are approximately the same length, chapter two is more than double in length to the others.
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