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The seductive patient

R D Franks

    American Family Physician
    |August 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    When patients exhibit unusual seductive behavior, it often signals underlying distress. This behavior can be a non-verbal attempt to communicate unmet needs, frequently seeking a safe and supportive relationship with their physician.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Psychology
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Seductive behavior can be a personality trait in some individuals.
    • Uncharacteristic seductive behavior in patients often indicates underlying psychological distress.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the communicative function of uncharacteristic seductive behavior in patients.
    • To identify the motivations behind seductive behavior directed towards physicians.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of patient-physician interactions.
    • Clinical case study review.
    • Psychodynamic interpretation of patient behaviors.

    Main Results:

    • Sexual provocativeness, when atypical for a patient, frequently serves as a communication of distress.

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  • The primary motivation identified is often a desire for a secure and nurturing relationship with the physician.

    • Conclusions:

    • Unusual seductive behavior in a clinical setting is a significant, albeit indirect, form of patient communication.
    • Physicians should consider underlying distress and relational needs when encountering such behaviors.