[The working alliance and psychoanalysis in theory and practice].

Area of Science:

• Psychoanalysis
• Psychology
• Dream Analysis

Background:

• The concept of "work" is central to psychoanalytic theory and practice.
• A distinction exists between the application of "work" in clinical practice and theoretical constructs like dreamwork.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the discrepancy between the concept of work in psychoanalytic practice, specifically the working alliance (Greenson), and its use in dreamwork.
• To elucidate the theoretical and practical implications of this divergence.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of psychoanalytic literature.
• Comparative examination of definitions and applications of "work" in different psychoanalytic contexts.

Main Results:

• A significant difference was identified in how "work" is conceptualized in the working alliance versus dreamwork.
• The practical application of "work" in psychoanalysis may not align with its theoretical underpinnings in dream interpretation.

Conclusions:

• The identified discrepancy highlights a potential area for theoretical refinement in psychoanalysis.
• Clarifying the concept of "work" is crucial for consistent application in psychoanalytic theory and clinical practice.