The Psychology Of Shame: Theory And Treatment O... May 2026

Gershen Kaufman’s The Psychology of Shame: Theory and Treatment of Shame-Based Syndromes outlines shame as a fundamental, self-conscious emotion resulting from interrupted joy or interest. The text provides a comprehensive framework for understanding shame-based syndromes and clinical treatments aimed at rebuilding the "interpersonal bridge". For details on this foundational work, visit MIT Press Bookstore .