Drawing on modern psychology and psychiatry, as well as the world's great meditative traditions, this book presents the first 'full-spectrum' model of human development--one that includes both the conventional stages of psychological growth and the 'higher' levels of spiritual development.

Drawing on Modern psychology and psychiatry, as well as the world's great meditative traditions, Transformations of Consciousness presents the first "full-spectrum" model of human development--one that includes both the conventional stages of psychological growth and the "higher" levels of spiritual development.The authors, leaders in in the fields of psychology and psychiatry, seek to promote a dialog between the two approaches--conventional and contemplative--which, they maintain, have much to gain from each other.This powerful work could alter the future of consciouness research as well as clinical practice. It will appeal both to professionals and laypersons interested in the fascinating interface between psychological and spiritual perspectives.

An excellent investigation of the existing and potential overlaps between western and eastern psychology, Transformations of Consciousness offers practical models of cognitive development from perinatal to transpersonal. ( )