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Psychoanalysts believe that the only normal people are those who cause no trouble either to themselves or anyone else
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"Psychoanalysts believe that the only 'normal' people are those who cause no trouble either to themselves or anyone else"

- A. J. P. Taylor

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This quote by A. J. P. Taylor recommends that psychoanalysts see 'typical' people as those who do not cause any damage to themselves or others. This indicates that people who trigger difficulty to themselves or others are ruled out 'typical' by psychoanalysts. This could be analyzed as a criticism of the idea that there is a single definition of 'typical' that uses to everybody. It recommends that psychoanalysts acknowledge that individuals have various experiences and habits, which these must not be evaluated as 'irregular' or 'deviant'. Rather, psychoanalysts focus on comprehending the individual and assisting them to handle their troubles. This quote highlights the value of understanding and accepting private differences, instead of judging people based on a single definition of 'typical'.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by A. J. P. Taylor between March 25, 1906 and September 7, 1990. He was a famous Historian from United Kingdom. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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