Feeling Lonesome

Mijuskovic makes a powerful and very persuasive argument for his position, and one learns an enormous amount in following the argument of his superb book. * Philosophy in Review * Feeling Lonesome is a must read for anyone interested in philosophy of mind, philosophical psychology, or lonelines. . . . Ben Lazare Mijuskovic, PhD., LCSW possesses the rare interdisciplinary pedigree which empowers him to speak to both academic and practical concerns. . . . Feeling Lonesome encapsulates his lifelong study . . . it touches upon our most private selves, our insularity, and our innermost existence in a uniquely interdisciplinary perspective. Mijuskovic encapsulates a life of rich philosophical investigation while tempering his narrative with therapeutic practicality. * Dialogue * Mijuscovic's Feeling Lonesome: The Philosophy and Psychology of Loneliness is a well researched, highly intricate, and aptly argued contribution to the study of phenomenology. For the theoretical philosopher, the book is a rich source of gripping debates which draws from a variety of great thinkers. For the psychologist, anthropologist, and general social scientist, Mijuscovic has much to offer on the human condition. For those currently struggling to escape the clutches of loneliness, the author offers, at the very least, an insightful and worthwhile approach to understanding how and why we feel lonesome, and what we can do to change that. * Journal of Thought * The themes of this book are exciting and will be of interest to most psychologists. . . . Clinicians of all persuasions will gain much insight from the therapeutic measures and strategies gathered in the final chapter that can alleviate and console us against the inescapable drag of our existence. * The Psychologist * Mijuskovic's philosophical exploration of loneliness brings a new perspective to the study of this universal and painful human experience and may of be interest to academics from other disciplines. * Journal of Sociology * What is striking about Mijuskovic's endeavor is the author's remarkable knowledge and competence across distinct fields, which enables him to integrate a tremendous amount of information from philosophy, psychology, and literature into one complex yet consistent story . . . . [H]is eloquent discussion of the psychological basis of loneliness offers a very persuasive account, rich with valuable insights and instructive considerations. . . . Mijuskovic's book is a proficient application of a true interdisciplinary methodology, providing an intriguing, composite view of loneliness that is both challenging and inspiring for the reader. * Philosophical Practice *

Ben Lazare Mijuskovic, PhD, MA, is professor of philosophy and humanities at California State University at Dominguez Hills, Humanities Department. He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and is a retired Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health therapist.

Introduction Chapter 1. Historical and Conceptual Overview Chapter 2. Philosophical Roots: Self-Consciousness/Reflexivity Chapter 3. Philosophical Roots: Intentionality/Transcendence Chapter 4. Loneliness and Phenomenology Chapter 5. Psychological Roots of Loneliness Chapter 6. Loneliness and Language Chapter 7. The Unconscious and the Subconscious Chapter 8. Therapeutic Measures Afterword Index