The revolting self: Perspectives on the psychological, social, and clinical implications of self-directed disgust

Résumé

The present book represents a much needed and detailed look at the phenomenon of self-disgust, and chapters examine the role of selfdisgust in relation to physical functioning such as disability (Reeve), chronic physical health (Reynolds, McCambridge, & Consedine), and sexual dysfunction (de Jong & Borg); while other chapters are dedicated to the role of self-disgust in relation to psychological experiences and potential ensuing psychopathology, including the experience of rejection and betrayal (McKay & Lo Presti), traumatic experiences (Badour & Adams), depression (Alanazi, Powell, & Power), eating disorders (Fox, Grange, & Power), and self-harm and suicide (Benson, Boden, & Vitali). A chapter by Powell, Overton, and Simpson opens the book by providing some important theoretical insights into how self-disgust might be constructed and structured as an emotional experience, and two chapters by Jones and Gilbert explore how self-disgust might be related to other psychological characteristics such as contagion, hatred, and compassion. Finally, Powell, Overton, and Simpson provide some views on the future directions in research on self-disgust. The book offers some exciting new ideas and findings for a wide range of potential readers, including students interested in emotion, health, and psychopathology; researchers interested in new developments in the study of emotion and their application to the understanding and treatment of emotional disorders; and practitioners with professional interests in health, clinical psychology, and psychiatry. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2015 APA, all rights reserved) PERCEPTION-SOI DÉPRESSION