Understanding Perversion in Clinical Practice,9781855759336

Understanding Perversion in Clinical Practice

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ISBN13: 9781855759336
ISBN10: 1855759330
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2003-10-01
Publisher(s): Karnac Books
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Summary

Part of a new series of monographs from the SAP, aimed primarily at trainees on psychotherapy and psychodynamic counseling courses. This monograph provides a comprehensive study of the nature of perversion in its numerous manifestations and the therapeutic relationship needed for treatment. It provides a firm foundation in the subject.

Table of Contents

About the Author ix
Preface to the Series xi
Introduction 1(4)
CHAPTER ONE The Character of Perversion 5(14)
Definitions
Characteristics of Perversion
CHAPTER TWO Deception 19(14)
Ms S
The Parts and the Whole
Attacks on Linking
Deception and Defence
Criminality
CHAPTER THREE The Trickster 33(14)
Mr A
Narcissism and Excitement without Reflection
Attachment
The Body
Mr E
CHAPTER FOUR Female Perversion 47(12)
Male and Female
Women and Criminality
Repetition Mothering
Jane
CHAPTER FIVE Assessment 59(10)
The Operation of a Perverse Structure
The Extent to which Perverse Qualities are Erotic
The Extent of Aggression, Sadism and Violence in Life, Fantasies and Dreams
The Pervasiveness of Perversity and its Lifestyle Dominance
The Patient's Awareness of his own Perverse Qualities
The Patient's Ability and Motivation for Change
CHAPTER SIX The Psychotherapeutic Relationship 69(14)
Aims
The Therapeutic Alliance and Defences
Mr Y
The Inner Child
Action, Acting and Acting Out
Interpreting Negative Feelings
The Body
Deceptive and Perverse Qualities in the Psychotherapist
Self Respect and Self Management
References 83(6)
Index 89

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