Hansen, Thomsen & Varming (1982) Psykologisk-pædagogisk ordbog, 5.udgave, 2.opl.
Rating: ♥♥♥♥
Fine paperback. Shelve worn and sunned but, has all pages and leaves present, no tears in paper or spine.
This 1982 publication by Hansen, Thomsen & Varming represents a significant interdisciplinary contribution to Danish mental health practice during a period marked by methodological consolidation, institutional reform, and increasing collaboration between psychiatry, psychology, and social sciences. The early 1980s were a transformative era in Scandinavian mental health care, shaped by the rise of structured diagnostic systems, new therapeutic models, and a growing emphasis on empirical documentation and patient‑centred approaches.
The authors draw on extensive clinical experience and contemporary theoretical developments to examine the relationship between psychological functioning, diagnostic interpretation, and treatment planning. Their work reflects the broader shift toward integrating behavioural, cognitive, and psychodynamic perspectives within a unified clinical framework — a hallmark of Scandinavian psychiatry during this period.
The volume explores how personality structure, environmental stressors, and interpersonal dynamics contribute to symptom formation, and it highlights the importance of systematic assessment in both institutional and outpatient settings. The authors also address the evolving role of interdisciplinary teams, reflecting the increasing collaboration between psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and allied professionals in the 1980s.
Key themes in the 1982 volume
- structured diagnostic practice in late‑20th‑century Danish psychiatry
- integration of psychological theory with clinical assessment
- personality, behaviour, and environmental context in psychopathology
- early cognitive and behavioural influences on Scandinavian clinical work
- interdisciplinary collaboration in mental health services
- institutional developments and the shift toward community‑based care
For researchers, the book offers valuable primary material for understanding how Danish clinical practice adapted to new theoretical and methodological demands during a pivotal moment in the evolution of Scandinavian mental health care.
Collector’s Note
Works by Hansen, Thomsen & Varming from this period are increasingly sought after due to their relevance for understanding the modernization of Danish psychiatry and clinical psychology. The 1982 volume is a strong addition to collections focused on Scandinavian mental health history, interdisciplinary clinical practice, and the development of structured diagnostic methods. Well‑preserved copies from this era are becoming progressively uncommon and are of particular interest to institutional libraries and scholars.
Keywords (SEO)
- Danish psychiatry 1980s
- Hansen Thomsen Varming
- Scandinavian mental health history
- interdisciplinary psychiatric practice
- structured diagnostic assessment
- cognitive and behavioural influences
- clinical psychology Denmark
