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R Gaddini

    Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Early childhood experiences, particularly the maternal function, are crucial for psychic development. Quality physical care and maternal bonding form the foundation for healthy growth, impacting development significantly.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychoanalysis
    • Developmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Sigmund Freud's theories on innate versus experiential factors in psychic structure.
    • Donald Winnicott's emphasis on the psyche's emergence from the soma.
    • The foundational role of the maternal function in early development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the significance of the maternal function in early psychic and somatic growth.
    • To highlight the impact of early experiences and maternal care on child development.
    • To examine deviations in growth that may stem from early deprivation.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of psychoanalytic theories (Freud, Winnicott, Bion).
    • Emphasis on observational data regarding early infant-mother interactions.
    • Qualitative assessment of the impact of maternal function on infant development.

    Main Results:

    • The maternal function is critical during the first three years of life.
    • Early physical contact, holding, and eye-to-eye communication are essential for the baby's apperception and growth.
    • Maternal deprivation can be a primary cause of malnutrition and developmental distortions in infants.

    Conclusions:

    • The quality of early physical care acts as fundamental nourishment for individual growth.
    • Deviations in development without genetic or organic causes should be investigated through the lens of early maternal experiences.
    • Adequate maternal function is vital for preventing developmental issues and ensuring healthy infant growth.

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