Wilhelm Reich
Wilhelm Reich
Wilhelm Reich (pronounced: /ˈvɪlhɛlm ˈraɪç/) was a prominent Austrian psychoanalyst and doctor of medicine, known for his controversial theories in psychoanalysis, sexuality and energy.
Etymology
The name Wilhelm is of German origin, meaning "resolute protector". Reich is also a German word, meaning "rich" or "kingdom".
Biography
Wilhelm Reich was born on March 24, 1897, in Dobrzanica, a village in Galicia, then a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. He studied medicine at the University of Vienna and was a student of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis. Reich became one of Freud's most valued and controversial disciples. He developed a theory of character analysis and later the theory of orgone, a cosmic energy he claimed to have discovered.
Theories
Reich's theories often caused controversy. His work on character analysis expanded Freud's concept of libido and included more bodily expressions. His theory of orgone proposed the existence of an energetic life force, which he said could be used for therapeutic purposes. This theory was not widely accepted by the scientific community.
Related Terms
- Psychoanalysis: A therapeutic method developed by Sigmund Freud which aims to treat mental disorders by investigating the interaction of conscious and unconscious elements in the mind.
- Orgone: A pseudo-scientific concept developed by Wilhelm Reich, which he described as an esoteric energy or hypothetical universal life force.
- Libido: A term used in psychoanalytical theory to describe the energy created by the survival and sexual instincts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wilhelm Reich
- Wikipedia's article - Wilhelm Reich
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