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[Manipulation in the exercise of psychiatric interviews]
G Fond1, J-A Micoulaud-Franchi2, A Macgregor3
1Inserm U955, Éq. psychiatrie génétique, Fondation FondaMental (Fondation de coopération scientifique en santé mentale), pôle de psychiatrie du groupe des hôpitaux universitaires H.-Mondor, hôpital A.-Chevenier, université Paris Est-Créteil, 40, rue de Mesly, 94010 Créteil, France; Inserm 1061, service universitaire de psychiatrie, université Montpellier 1, CHU, 34000 Montpellier, France.
This study explores manipulation techniques in psychiatry, including auto-manipulation (chilling effect, rationalization) and hetero-manipulation (priming, labeling, touch). These methods can enhance therapeutic alliance and patient compliance.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychiatry
Context:
- The study addresses the lack of scientific literature on manipulation in psychotherapy.
- It synthesizes social psychology theories with psychiatric practice.
Purpose:
- To explore and synthesize theoretical data on manipulation techniques.
- To reflect on their application in daily psychiatric practice.
Summary:
- Discusses auto-manipulation concepts like the chilling effect and rationalization.
- Introduces hetero-manipulation techniques such as priming, lure, labeling, and touch.
- Highlights the role of patient commitment and perceived freedom in auto-manipulation.
Impact:
- Suggests these techniques can improve therapeutic alliance and patient compliance.
- Emphasizes the importance of practitioners knowing these manipulation concepts.
- Proposes applications for enhancing psychiatric interviews and patient outcomes.
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