The Writings of Professor Robert M. Young
The Culture of British Psychoanalysis and
Related Essays on Character and Morality and on The Psychodynamics of Psychoanalytic
Organizations
I have revised and put together into a small book three closely-linked essays. They
were presented at different times and places but underwent successive revisions which
become increasingly focussed on the relationships between different organizations and
constituencies in the broad psychoanalytic culture of Britain. Of the many examples
considered, one has gained increasing prominence as events have unfolded: the relationship
between the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Confederation
of Psychotherapists (BCP). Many of the general issues I raise seem well-illustrated by
this conflict and what it shows about how people behave toward one another in this
subculture. I intend to publish a hard-copy version of this book, but until I gather together the
resources to do so, I am making this version available on the internet. This has the
advantage that the text can be updated as new developments occur. Feedback would be very
welcome, including suggestions for correcting any mistakes I may have inadvertently made. Contents.
Foreword
The Culture of British Psychoanalysis
Character and Morality
The Psychodynamics of Psychoanalytic Organizations