Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Psychotherapy01:28

Psychotherapy

680
Psychotherapy is a versatile, nonmedical approach aimed at helping individuals address emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal issues to enhance their overall well-being. It can involve one-on-one sessions, couples counseling, or small group discussions with a therapist. The therapeutic process includes various techniques such as open discussion, interpretation of thoughts and behaviors, active listening, positive reinforcement, and role modeling. Psychotherapy aims to support individuals in...
680
Humanistic Therapy01:24

Humanistic Therapy

512
Humanistic therapies emphasize personal growth, self-understanding, and the fulfillment of human potential. Rooted in the belief that individuals inherently strive toward self-actualization, these approaches encourage clients to explore their feelings and experiences in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Humanistic therapies differ from psychodynamic approaches by focusing on conscious experiences, present circumstances, and the potential for self-improvement rather than past conflicts...
512
Drug Biotransformation: Overview01:16

Drug Biotransformation: Overview

4.3K
Pharmaceutical substances known as xenobiotics are predominantly lipophilic and nonionized. This enables them to permeate lipid bilayers, such as cell membranes, and interact with intracellular target receptors. Lipophilic drugs have an advantage in crossing biological barriers and reaching their intended sites of action. However, lipophilic drugs often have a restricted capacity for renal expulsion or elimination from the body. When these drugs enter the kidneys and undergo glomerular...
4.3K
Drug Biotransformation: Overview01:28

Drug Biotransformation: Overview

6.3K
Biotransformation, also known as drug metabolism, is a vital physiological process that chemically alters drugs, facilitating their elimination from the body and terminating their action. This process involves two main phases: phase I and phase II reactions. Phase I reactions, including oxidation, reduction, and hydrolysis, introduce or unmask polar functional groups on the drug molecule, thereby increasing its water solubility. By enhancing water solubility, the drug becomes more hydrophilic...
6.3K
Elements Crucial for Effective Psychotherapy01:25

Elements Crucial for Effective Psychotherapy

437
Research has highlighted several critical factors that influence the effectiveness of psychotherapy, such as the therapeutic alliance, the therapist, and the client.
The Therapeutic Alliance
The therapeutic alliance refers to the relationship between the therapist and the client. The alliance strengthens when the therapist and the client engage in a nurturing, supportive, trusting, empathetic, and respectful relationship, improving therapeutic outcomes. Therapists must monitor this relationship...
437
Psychodynamic Therapy01:29

Psychodynamic Therapy

908
Psychodynamic therapies emphasize the exploration of unconscious processes and early childhood experiences as fundamental contributors to psychological difficulties. These therapies, deeply rooted in Freud's psychoanalytic theory, aim to uncover and resolve unconscious conflicts, granting individuals insights that promote emotional and behavioral healing. Contemporary psychodynamic approaches have evolved, integrating a broader range of influences and methodologies while still valuing the...
908

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

What COVID-19 Laid Bare About What Children Need to Live and Grow.

The Psychoanalytic quarterlyยท2022
Same author

Useful Untruths: Another Look at Pluralism in the Clinical Setting.

The Psychoanalytic quarterlyยท2022
Same author

The War against Women in Psychoanalytic Culture: Introduction to the Section.

The Psychoanalytic study of the childยท2016
Same author

A Misuse of Bion's "Reverie-ing Mother": Another Weapon in the War against Women as Waged in the Consulting Room.

The Psychoanalytic study of the childยท2016
Same author

Transgender Children: Conundrums and Controversies--A Introduction to the Section.

The Psychoanalytic study of the childยท2015
Same author

The Transformation of Achilles in The Iliad: A Reading from the Views of Sibling Narratives and Nonlinear Growth.

The Psychoanalytic study of the childยท2015

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 11, 2026

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients
05:48

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients

Published on: June 12, 2020

6.6K

Transformational processes and therapeutic action: what David knew.

Claudia Lament1

  • 1Institute for Psychoanalytic Education, NYU Langone School of Medicine, USA.

The Psychoanalytic Study of the Child
|June 2, 2015
PubMed
Summary

This study explores the nonlinear aspects of development, showing how nonlinearity and discontinuity drive transformation. A clinical case illustrates the practical application of these concepts in adolescent psychoanalytic treatment.

More Related Videos

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
14:32

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

25.0K
Phospholipid Mediator Induced Transformation in Three-Dimensional Cultures
08:02

Phospholipid Mediator Induced Transformation in Three-Dimensional Cultures

Published on: July 27, 2022

3.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 11, 2026

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients
05:48

The Adventures of Fundi Intervention Based on the Cognitive and Emotional Processing in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Patients

Published on: June 12, 2020

6.6K
Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
14:32

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

25.0K
Phospholipid Mediator Induced Transformation in Three-Dimensional Cultures
08:02

Phospholipid Mediator Induced Transformation in Three-Dimensional Cultures

Published on: July 27, 2022

3.0K

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic Theory
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Traditional developmental models often overlook nonlinear dynamics.
  • Understanding nonlinear processes is crucial for effective clinical interventions.
  • Psychoanalytic treatment offers a unique lens to observe developmental shifts.

Observation:

  • A clinical case of adolescent psychoanalytic treatment is presented.
  • The case highlights the role of nonlinearity in developmental progression.
  • Observed transformations are linked to discontinuous developmental phases.

Findings:

  • Developmental processes possess a significant nonlinear dimension.
  • Nonlinearity and discontinuity are integral to psychological transformation.
  • These concepts enhance the understanding of therapeutic change in adolescents.

Implications:

  • Clinicians can leverage nonlinear dynamics for better treatment outcomes.
  • Recognizing nonlinearity aids in navigating complex developmental challenges.
  • This framework enriches psychoanalytic approaches to adolescent mental health.