Life Conduct in Modern Times

Exploring the interplay between self-perception and external interpretation, the work delves into concepts of identity and autonomy. It highlights Karl Jaspers’ significant contributions to both philosophy and psychiatry, particularly through his foundational texts, which established him as a pivotal figure in existence philosophy and psychopathology. Jaspers' career was marked by a blend of medical expertise and philosophical inquiry, culminating in his recognition as a classic figure in medicine, despite facing challenges during the Nazi regime.