Otto F. Kernberg MD
Otto F. Kernberg MD is a renowned psychoanalyst and psychiatrist, recognized for his extensive work on personality disorders, particularly borderline and narcissistic conditions.
He has made significant contributions to psychoanalytic theory and practice, especially in the field of Object Relations.
Kernberg's approach integrates traditional psychoanalytic concepts with contemporary psychiatric understanding.
He has held prestigious positions, including Director of the Personality Disorders Institute at Weill Cornell Medicine and President of the International Psychoanalytical Association.
His writings, including this book, are considered foundational in the study of personality disorders, influencing generations of mental health professionals despite some criticism for their complexity and adherence to certain Freudian principles.
