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Psychotherapy with a blind patient

C E Adams

    American Journal of Psychotherapy
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study reviews psychological reactions to blindness, from early anecdotes to systematic research. It discusses the psychodynamics of acquired blindness in a case study and offers patient-therapist interaction suggestions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Ophthalmology
    • Psychiatry

    Background:

    • Review of existing literature on psychological reactions to blindness.
    • Exploration of historical anecdotal evidence and contemporary systematic research.
    • Contextualization of psychological responses within the broader field of vision science.

    Observation:

    • Detailed psychodynamic analysis of a specific case study involving acquired blindness.
    • Focus on a patient experiencing blindness due to accidental shooting by her son.
    • Examination of the unique psychological impact of sudden, traumatic vision loss.

    Findings:

    • Synthesis of psychological reactions to blindness across different research methodologies.
    • In-depth exploration of the unconscious and conscious mental processes in the case study.
    • Identification of key psychological challenges and coping mechanisms associated with acquired blindness.

    Implications:

    • Provides insights into the complex psychological adjustment to blindness.
    • Offers guidance for mental health professionals working with visually impaired individuals.
    • Suggests improved therapeutic strategies for patient-therapist relationships in blindness rehabilitation.

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