Melita Švob

Melita Švob (1922–2014) was a Croatian psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. She is recognized for her significant contributions to the field of child psychiatry and psychotherapy, particularly in the context of post-traumatic stress in children.

Early life and education

Melita Švob was born in 1922 in Zagreb, Croatia. She completed her medical studies at the University of Zagreb in 1947. Following her graduation, she specialized in neurology and psychiatry.

Career

Švob began her career at the Vrapče Psychiatric Hospital, where she worked for several years. She later moved to the Child Psychiatry Department of the Zagreb University Hospital Centre, where she worked until her retirement.

Throughout her career, Švob focused on the treatment of children suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. She developed innovative therapeutic approaches, integrating elements of psychoanalysis into her practice. Her work has been influential in the field of child psychiatry, particularly in the context of trauma therapy.

Legacy

Melita Švob's contributions to psychiatry and psychoanalysis have been widely recognized. She has been honored with several awards for her work, including the Croatian Medical Association's Lifetime Achievement Award.

See also

• List of psychiatrists
• History of psychiatry