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The complementarity of object-relations and instinct theory

J R Maze1

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Sydney, NSW.

The International Journal of Psycho-Analysis
|June 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Object-relations theory explores the primary drive for love, suggesting early life experiences significantly shape adult relationships. Understanding fixation helps connect infant reactions to adult object relations.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic Theory

Background:

  • Object-relations theory addresses drives for gratification and avoidance of non-gratifying interactions.
  • Fairbairn's motivation concept posits an independent 'need for love' drive, distinct from other gratifications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the theoretical underpinnings of primary drives in object-relations theory.
  • To examine the role of early life experiences in shaping adult object relations.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical analysis of object-relations theory and Fairbairn's conception of motivation.
  • Review of Freudian concepts regarding drive identification and gratification.

Main Results:

  • Instinctual-drive concepts are defined by goal-orientation, lacking objective physiological identification.
  • Early object relations are particularly enduring, influencing later psychological development.

Conclusions:

  • The concept of fixation serves as a bridge between infantile instinctual reactions and adult object relations.
  • Early relational experiences have a lasting impact on psychological functioning.

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