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The devil-priest syndrome.

M Schoenberg

    American Journal of Psychotherapy
    |January 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study explores the "Devil-Priest Syndrome," revealing how women, like men, may view themselves as either asexual or degraded. This psychological dynamic impacts the understanding of female sexuality and psychodynamics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychiatry
    • Gender Studies

    Background:

    • Men often perceive women dichotomously: either "sanctified" and asexual, or sexual and "degraded."
    • This dualistic perception can influence interpersonal dynamics and self-perception.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a case study illustrating a similar psychological dynamic in a woman.
    • To introduce and describe the
    • Devil-Priest Syndrome
    • in the context of psychotherapy.
    • To explore the psychodynamic implications of this syndrome for understanding sexuality.

    Main Methods:

    • A clinical case vignette is presented.
    • The case was explored through psychotherapeutic intervention.

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  • The phenomenon termed
  • Devil-Priest Syndrome
  • was identified during treatment.

    • Main Results:

    • The case demonstrates that women can also experience the dichotomous perception of self as either asexual or degraded.
    • The
    • Devil-Priest Syndrome
    • was uncovered as a significant psychodynamic pattern.
    • This finding suggests a parallel in the psychodynamics of sexuality between genders.

    Conclusions:

    • The
    • Devil-Priest Syndrome
    • offers a new perspective on the psychodynamics of female sexuality.
    • This syndrome highlights the complex interplay between societal perceptions and individual self-concept.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the prevalence and implications of this syndrome.