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The erotic transference: dream or delusion?
1Italian Psychoanalytical Society, Italy.
Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association
|October 30, 2012
Summary
Erotic transference in psychoanalysis has two sides: it can foster therapeutic change or lead to delusions. Understanding this duality is key to effective psychoanalytic treatment.
Area of Science:
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Erotic transference is a complex phenomenon in psychoanalytic therapy.
- It presents a dual aspect, influencing the therapeutic process in distinct ways.
Observation:
- Erotic transference can stem from positive emotions essential for building therapeutic alliances.
- Alternatively, it can arise from distorted perceptions and psychological defenses.
Findings:
- When positive, erotic transference facilitates anticipation of emotional connection and drives patient change, as noted by Freud.
- When negative, it represents an escape from psychic reality, potentially evolving into delusion.
Implications:
- Distinguishing between these two forms of erotic transference is crucial for effective psychoanalytic intervention.
- Recognizing its potential for both healing and distortion informs clinical practice and patient outcomes.
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