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Rescue fantasies.

A H Esman

    The Psychoanalytic Quarterly
    |April 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Rescue fantasy, initially about saving "fallen women," now describes therapists' aims with patients, especially in child therapy. This analysis explores its evolution, drive elements, defenses, and sociocultural links.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychoanalysis
    • Therapeutic relationship

    Background:

    • The concept of rescue fantasy was introduced by Freud in 1910.
    • Its original meaning referred to men wishing to rescue "fallen women."

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the evolution of the rescue fantasy concept.
    • To explore its modern application in psychotherapy, particularly child analysis.
    • To discuss underlying psychological mechanisms and sociocultural influences.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of psychoanalytic literature.
    • Historical review of the term "rescue fantasy."
    • Exploration of drive elements and defense mechanisms.

    Main Results:

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    • The term's meaning has shifted from a male-female dynamic to a therapist-patient dynamic.
    • Rescue fantasy involves complex drive elements and defensive operations.
    • Sociocultural factors influence contemporary manifestations of rescue fantasy.

    Conclusions:

    • The concept of rescue fantasy remains relevant in understanding therapeutic dynamics.
    • Its application has broadened, particularly in child psychotherapy.
    • Further exploration of sociocultural analogues is warranted.