Because of distortion in the ego structure and functions, the borderline patient manifests a severely aggressive transference with acting out reactions (Ego weakness). They...
Illusions are universal and ubiquitous, which must all emerge to face reality. The acceptance of both illusion and reality requires an ability to entertain...
Neurotics seem to be under a continuous pressure of compulsion, which overrides the pleasure principle. Recurrence relates to the active behaviour of the person...
A retreat provides a patient with relative peace and protection from stress when any meaningful contact with an analyst is experienced as threatening. This...
The analysis aims not to remove defences solely but to understand them and gradually help the patient recognise new possibilities and potentials. Coming out...