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Work compulsion--a psychoanalytic study

Y Kramer

    The Psychoanalytic Quarterly
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This case study details work compulsion, a condition previously unreported in medical literature. It explores the unconscious meanings of work through psychoanalytic methods.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Psychoanalysis

    Background:

    • Work compulsion is a poorly understood phenomenon with no prior documented cases.
    • Understanding the psychological underpinnings of excessive work is crucial for clinical practice.

    Observation:

    • A detailed case study of a patient exhibiting work compulsion is presented.
    • The patient's personal history and psychoanalytic treatment course are documented.

    Findings:

    • Metapsychological formulations reveal the complex, unconscious significance of work for the patient.
    • The analysis highlights the intricate relationship between work, identity, and psychological distress.

    Implications:

    • This case contributes to the limited literature on work compulsion.

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  • Findings may inform psychoanalytic treatment approaches for individuals with compulsive work behaviors.
  • Further research is needed to explore the broader spectrum of work-related psychological disorders.