Patrick Guyomard

The Tendency for Polymorphe Perverse Behaviour

It is the child that Freud predominantly identifies as “polymorphe perverse” in his Three Essays on Sexual Theory, but he recognised that it is in fact “a universally human and original trait”. Certainly, clinical experience suggests that this characteristic is not solely reserved for children. It is evident in each psychoanalytical treatment as common to all mankind. It is also found in science and in politics. If the tendency for polymorphe perverse behaviour is a “universally human trait”, everyone who has human thought patterns is affected. It is for this reason that this book gathers together reflections from psychoanalysts, clinicians specialising in both adults and children, scientists, anthropologists, and historians in order to revaluate the perversion and give a new perspective on the controversies it can trigger. Organised by the Freudian Psychoanalyst Society.

Didier Pleux

Ten rules for common-sense parenting

Ten rules for common-sense parenting — and to give our children a better future

Jacques deLarosière

Ten Preconceived Notions That Are Leading Us to Economic and Financial Disaster

Jacques de Larosière is a prominent actor of the world financial scene. He is currently an advisor to the President of BNP Paribas.

Éric Debarbieux

Ten Commandments to End School Violence

Jean-Paul Betbèze

The Ten Commandments of Finance

Contemporary finance is driven by a quest for a high rate of profitability. According to Jean-Paul Betbèze, this quest is ruled by ten commandments, ranging from "Thou shalt always seek a 15% return on Equity" to "Thou shalt not allow the whole system to explode". He examines how this has upset the old form of capitalism, and in his lively, clear style, the author recounts the unprecedented changes that are now taking place and that will determine our future. Jean-Paul Betbèze teaches at the University of Paris Panthéon-Assas.

Philippe Moreau Desfarges

The Temptation to Withdraw: Globalization, Deglobalization

Accounts of globalization abound. This original synthesis reveals its dark side and provides a different perspective, that of a rejection of globalization. Philippe Moreau-Defarges is a born popularizer, and works expertly with his subject.

Jean-Louis Fellous

Tempest Warning The New Climatic Order

Is it true that we are heading toward global warming? And if so, what is the time frame? What will be the consequences on our lives and those of our children and grandchildren? This book will help readers understand the physical phenomena that make up the Earth’s climate, as well as the possible consequences of the natural and human alterations which have been inflicted on it. It also makes a plea for a concerted effort on a global scale. Jean-Louis Fellous currently heads ocean exploration for Ifremer (Institut français de recherche pour l’exploitation de la mer).

Christine Delaporte

Telling Sick People the Truth

The issue of medical truth is perceived differently by doctors and patients. From the doctor’s point of view: Should a given patient be told the truth? Should terminally ill patients be told how much longer they may expect to live? From the patient’s point of view: How can I hear the truth and learn to live with the disease? This book should help health professionals deal with emotionally difficult moments of truth. It should also help patients and their loved ones to feel less alone, once they have heard the truth, and to gradually learn to live with their disease. Christine Delaporte is a head of research at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique.