Stekel WilliamDr. William Stekel was an Austrian physician and psychoanalyst, born on March 18, 1868, in Bukovina, Austria-Hungary (now part of Ukraine). He was one of the early students of Sigmund Freud and became a prominent figure in the field of psychoanalysis Stekel is known for his contributions to the field of dream analysis and for his development of the concept of "symbolic realization," which refers to the process of transforming unconscious impulses into conscious actions. He also wrote extensively on sexual and aggressive impulses and their role in mental disorders. In addition to his work as a psychoanalyst, Stekel was a prolific writer, authoring numerous books and articles on psychoanalysis and related topics. He was known for his clear and accessible writing style, making his work accessible to a wide audience. Stekel's work was not without controversy, and he often clashed with his contemporaries, including Freud. Read More Read Less