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Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health

L. Ron Hubbard
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Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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L. Ron Hubbard

Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

702

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1950s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health by L. Ron Hubbard presents a framework for understanding the human mind. It introduces the concept of the "reactive mind," which allegedly holds traumatic memories affecting behavior. The book suggests individuals can achieve self-improvement through specific auditing techniques intended to clear these traumas and promote mental wellness.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

3.3

3,555 ratings

29%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

59%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health by L. Ron Hubbard is divisive, lauded for its alternative approach to mental health and criticized for lack of scientific validation. Proponents appreciate its self-help techniques, while detractors find its claims dubious and unproven. Its influence on Scientology garners intrigue and skepticism alike.

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Who Should Read Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health?

A reader interested in self-help, psychological exploration, and alternative mental health approaches may enjoy Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. Similar readers may also appreciate The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle and Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.

3.3

3,555 ratings

29%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

59%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

702

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1950s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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