Who was Donald Winnicott and how did his studies profoundly change the world of depth psychology? What was the impact of his research in the field of psychology?

This book is a journey into the theoretical and practical legacy of Donald Winnicott. It explores the main concepts behind his theoretical approach and the practical implications for modern psychology. The journey begins with the life of the renowned psychoanalyst and the working principles of his revolutionary ideas. It will be possible to discover Winnicott's impact and importance through key concepts such as the relationship between mother and child, the sufficiently good mother, intermediate air, the importance of play and personality development. Other key concepts related to trauma management, adolescence and the latest neuroscientific research, such as the role of epigenetics, will also be explored.