Bruno Bettelheim
1903 - 1990
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Biography
Bruno Bettelheim was an Austrian-born psychologist and author, known for his work in the field of child psychology and autism. He was a prominent advocate of psychoanalysis and made significant contributions to the understanding of children's emotional development. Bettelheim is best known for his book 'The Uses of Enchantment,' which explores fairy tales' psychological significance in child development.
Famous Quotes (5)
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A child must learn early to believe that he is somebody worthwhile and that he is capable of coping with life's difficulties.
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The question is not whether mental illness is socially constructed, but whether mental health is better considered in that way.
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People are in a really hopeful mood, looking for someone who can say, 'I am so despondent.'
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One becomes wise by learning from the books that provide a record of the experience of others.
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Failures, repeated failures, are finger posts on the road to achievement. One fails forward toward success.