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Psychophysiological Assessment of the Effectiveness of Emotion Regulation Strategies in Childhood
Published on: February 11, 2017
[Mentalisation and affect regulation--how the infantile self develops]
1Studium der Soziologie und Psychologie an der Universität Kassel, Berlin. konrad.kalisch@ipu-berlin.de
Praxis Der Kinderpsychologie Und Kinderpsychiatrie
|September 11, 2012
Summary
This text explains Peter Fonagy's psychoanalytic mentalization theory, including affect mirroring, reciprocity, and modes like "as if" and psychic equivalence. It connects these concepts to developmental theories by Bion, Winnicott, and Bowlby.
Area of Science:
- Psychoanalytic Theory
- Developmental Psychology
Context:
- Explores Peter Fonagy's mentalization theory.
- Integrates concepts like affect mirroring and reciprocity.
- Discusses "as if" and psychic equivalence modes.
Purpose:
- To elucidate the core components of mentalization theory.
- To provide practical examples of theoretical elements.
- To establish connections with other developmental theorists.
Summary:
- Details affect mirroring and reciprocity theories.
- Explains the "as if" and psychic equivalence modes of mentalization.
- Draws parallels with the works of Wilfred Bion, Donald Winnicott, and John Bowlby.
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of mentalization theory.
- Provides a framework for analyzing developmental theories.
- Offers insights into psychoanalytic concepts and their applications.
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