"Attachment and Loss. Vol. I" by John Bowlby is a significant contribution to psychiatric literature, offering a fresh perspective on human behavior by integrating insights from animal ethology and cybernetics. Bowlby challenges traditional psychoanalytic views, emphasizing the importance of instinctive behavior in humans and the critical role of the mother-child bond in human evolution. His work is both provocative and enlightening, though it may not be accepted by all due to its interdisciplinary approach. Bowlby's ideas on attachment and loss are grounded in a deep sensitivity to human behavior and provide a more coherent understanding of the mother-child relationship than conventional psychoanalytical theories. " The mentally abnormal offender and the law" by Henry R. Rollin explores the challenges faced by chronic schizophrenics after their discharge from mental hospitals. These individuals often struggle with the community and may break the law due to their inability to manage daily life. Rollin's analysis highlights the need for better support systems and suggests solutions such as increasing the number of secure psychiatric hospitals. However, his recommendations are seen as narrow, and he fails to address the root causes of the problem, such as the limitations of therapeutic community approaches. "The theory and practice of vocational guidance" edited by Barrie and John Hayes offers a comprehensive overview of vocational guidance, combining theoretical and practical insights from both American and British perspectives. It is a valuable resource for those involved in counseling and vocational guidance."Attachment and Loss. Vol. I" by John Bowlby is a significant contribution to psychiatric literature, offering a fresh perspective on human behavior by integrating insights from animal ethology and cybernetics. Bowlby challenges traditional psychoanalytic views, emphasizing the importance of instinctive behavior in humans and the critical role of the mother-child bond in human evolution. His work is both provocative and enlightening, though it may not be accepted by all due to its interdisciplinary approach. Bowlby's ideas on attachment and loss are grounded in a deep sensitivity to human behavior and provide a more coherent understanding of the mother-child relationship than conventional psychoanalytical theories. " The mentally abnormal offender and the law" by Henry R. Rollin explores the challenges faced by chronic schizophrenics after their discharge from mental hospitals. These individuals often struggle with the community and may break the law due to their inability to manage daily life. Rollin's analysis highlights the need for better support systems and suggests solutions such as increasing the number of secure psychiatric hospitals. However, his recommendations are seen as narrow, and he fails to address the root causes of the problem, such as the limitations of therapeutic community approaches. "The theory and practice of vocational guidance" edited by Barrie and John Hayes offers a comprehensive overview of vocational guidance, combining theoretical and practical insights from both American and British perspectives. It is a valuable resource for those involved in counseling and vocational guidance.