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Regressive alterations of the self concept.

M J Horowitz, N Zilberg

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |March 1, 1983
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    This study clarifies self-symbolization concepts for dynamic psychotherapy case formulation. It offers improved terminology to describe the diverse symbolic representations within individuals for better clinical assessment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychotherapy
    • Psychoanalysis

    Background:

    • Dynamic psychotherapy case formulation involves assessing ego functions, notably self-symbolization capacity.
    • Existing terminology for self-symbolization is often imprecise and lacks clear definition.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and clarify concepts related to self-symbolization in clinical practice.
    • To propose terminology for describing the multiplicity of self-symbols within an individual.
    • To illustrate the application of this terminology in dynamic psychotherapy case formulation.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of self-symbolization concepts.
    • Conceptual analysis and synthesis of terminology.
    • Discussion of transference phenomena to exemplify terminology use.

    Main Results:

    • Identified diffuse and varied terminology for self-symbolization.
    • Emphasized the importance of recognizing the multiplicity of individual symbolic representations.
    • Provided a framework for using refined terminology in case formulation.

    Conclusions:

    • Clearer terminology for self-symbolization enhances ego function assessment in dynamic psychotherapy.
    • Understanding the diversity of self-symbols is crucial for effective case formulation.
    • The proposed terminology aids in analyzing regressive transference phenomena within treatment.

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