NOThe article is a tribute to Bjørn Morten Christopher Blumenthal, a Norwegian psychologist who was a prominent figure in Norwegian character analytic vegetotherapy. Born on May 29, 1930, he passed away on May 23, 2026, at the age of 96. The piece highlights his work in continuing the tradition started by Austrian psychotherapist Wilhelm Reich, who fled to Norway in the 1930s before moving to the United States. Blumenthal conducted group therapy sessions in the 1980s, focusing on releasing neurotic muscle tensions and providing guidance. The author, Marion Berntzen Koksvik, recalls receiving personal assistance from Blumenthal during her training as a psychologist and credits him for his significant contributions to Norwegian vegetotherapy. The article concludes with expressions of gratitude and respect for his legacy.
Bias read (Center): While the subject relates to mental health and therapeutic practices, which could be considered politically relevant due to their impact on public welfare and healthcare policies, the article primarily serves as a eulogy and does not take a clear ideological stance. It focuses on honoring Blumenthal
