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Further thoughts about "nothing".

L Shengold

    The Psychoanalytic Quarterly
    |April 1, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explores the developmental journey of the concept of "nothing" in children, linking it to their evolving drives, ego, and object relations. King Lear serves as a primary illustration for these psychoanalytic concepts.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychoanalytic theory
    • Developmental psychology
    • Literary analysis

    Background:

    • The concept of "nothing" is complex and evolves throughout childhood.
    • Understanding this development is crucial for grasping a child's internal world.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To delineate the meanings of "nothing" based on their acquisition, confluence, and transformation.
    • To explore the relationship between the concept of "nothing" and child development.

    Main Methods:

    • Psychoanalytic developmental framework.
    • Analysis of drive theory, ego development, and object relations.
    • Literary illustration using Shakespeare's King Lear.

    Main Results:

    • The meaning of "nothing" is shown to change as children develop drives, ego functions, and object relations.
    • King Lear provides a rich context for observing these developmental shifts.

    Conclusions:

    • The developmental trajectory of understanding "nothing" offers insights into core psychoanalytic concepts.
    • Literary works can serve as valuable tools for illustrating complex psychological development.

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