- "Phobias and Manias: A Study in Freudian Psychology" (1950): This book presents a detailed examination of phobias and manias from a Freudian perspective. Lewin explored unconscious conflicts, defense mechanisms, and the role of early experiences in the development of these psychological conditions.
- "The Over-Anxious Mother: A Study of Children with Anxiety Disorders" (1955): This work focuses on the relationship between maternal anxiety and the development of anxiety disorders in children. Lewin investigated how overprotective and controlling behaviors in mothers can contribute to children's anxiety and emotional difficulties.
- "Studies in Child Development: An Attempt at Comparative Psychology" (1956): In this book, Lewin compares the psychological development of human children with other species, such as chimpanzees. He proposed that play behavior serves as a crucial evolutionary mechanism for learning and adaptation.
- "Sleep, the Child, and the Mother" (1958): This work examines the interconnections between maternal care, infant sleep, and emotional development. Lewin emphasized the importance of a secure attachment relationship in fostering healthy sleep patterns and psychological well-being in infants.
- "The Psychoanalysis of Elation" (1961): Lewin explores the dynamics of elation, describing it as a defense mechanism against underlying feelings of depression and anxiety. He analyzed the role of elation in creativity, manic states, and various psychopathological conditions.
In addition to these books, Henry Grote Lewin also published numerous articles, essays, and papers in psychoanalytic journals, further contributing to the field of psychoanalysis and child psychology.