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Narcissism and superego development.

P Tyson, R L Tyson

    Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    The superego is crucial for maintaining narcissistic equilibrium, influencing normal development and narcissistic disturbances. Its formation involves stages from early affect to an autonomous system, with vulnerabilities potentially arising at any point.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychoanalytic Theory
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Psychopathology

    Background:

    • Explores Freud's concepts of narcissism and the superego.
    • Integrates theories from Kohut, Kernberg, and ego psychologists.
    • Highlights the role of signal affects and superego functioning in narcissism.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • Elucidate the superego's role in narcissistic equilibrium.
    • Examine superego formation stages and their link to narcissism.
    • Identify developmental origins of narcissistic vulnerabilities.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of psychoanalytic literature (Freud, Kohut, Kernberg, ego psychologists).
    • Schematic examination of superego development stages.
    • Analysis of environmental influences and psychic structure interaction.

    Main Results:

    • Superego formation progresses through distinct developmental stages.
    • Early affective experiences are foundational to superego development.
    • Narcissistic vulnerabilities can stem from various developmental points.

    Conclusions:

    • The superego is central to maintaining narcissistic equilibrium.
    • Pathogenesis of narcissistic disturbances involves superego functioning.
    • Understanding developmental origins is key to addressing adult narcissistic issues.

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