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Father regression. Clinical narratives and theoretical reflections.

Ruth Stein1

  • 1Ruthstein111@aol.com

The International Journal of Psycho-Analysis
|August 1, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This study explores the complex father-son relationship, examining submission to primitive paternal figures across a continuum from idealized protection to destructive religious extremism. It addresses the gap in psychoanalytic thought regarding the archaic father figure.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychoanalytic Psychology
  • Psychology of Religion
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Traditional psychoanalytic thought primarily addresses the Oedipal and nurturing father figures.
  • A significant gap exists in understanding the archaic, phallic father and his impact on son(s).
  • The concept of 'primitiveness' in paternal object relations requires further exploration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the continuum of love-hate enthrallment and submission to primitive paternal objects.
  • To fill the gap in psychoanalytic understanding of the archaic father figure.
  • To explore the question of 'What is a father?' through literary and religious lenses.

Main Methods:

  • Psychoanalytic case study analysis.
  • Exploration of three distinct constellations illustrating a continuum of paternal object relations.

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  • Integration of literary and religious themes to contextualize the father-son dynamic.

    • Main Results:

    • A continuum of father-son relationships is identified, ranging from protective bonds to extreme submission.
    • Analysis reveals intense 'God-transference' and bondage to idealized, feared father-god introjects.
    • Extreme submission to persecutory, godly objects can lead to destruction and self-destruction, as seen in religious terrorism.

    Conclusions:

    • The study highlights the need to expand psychoanalytic discourse to include the archaic father.
    • Understanding extreme submission to primitive paternal figures is crucial for comprehending destructive behaviors.
    • The concept of fatherhood is complex, intertwined with psychological, literary, and religious dimensions.