The Narcissistic / Borderline Couple: New Approaches to Marital Therapy

ISBN-13: 9780415934718 / Angielski / Twarda / 2003 / 262 str.

Joan Lachkar;Lachkar Joan

Opis

Joan Lachkar continues to break new ground in the application of psychoanalytic theory to couples therapy in this second edition of her innovative text. Updated to incorporate the latest literature and developments in the field of marital conflict, this new edition offers an improved understanding of marital pathology within the framework of our changing world. In this vital text, Lachkar focuses on the inexplicable dance of pain and trauma that occurs between couples, especially within the common and unyielding dyad of narcissistic and borderline relationships, and presents a unique and timely model for working with these couples. Compelling case illustrations demonstrate how integrating object relations theory with self-psychology at important junctures in treatment can benefit these complex relationships. Through lucid language and evocative imagery, Lachkar presents the new notions of dual projective identification, the v-spot - or area of vulnerablility in the relationship, group psychology, and cross-cultural couples. Replete with specific treatment approaches, clinical examples, and concise definitions, it is the essential text for every clinician working with couples, ran

Recenzje

"Lackhar's book provides a valuable resource for any marital and family therapist who wants to become more familiar with the border-line/narcissistic coupleand with psychodynamic approaches."  -Journal of Couple & Relationship Therapy, Vol. 5(2) 2006, Malcolm M. MacFarlane, MA, Ross Memorial Hospital Community Counseling Services, Lindsay, Ontario Canada

Spis treści

Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1. The Narcissist and the Borderline
Chapter 2. Theoretical Implications
Chapter 3. The Couple: The Dance, The Drama, and The Bond
Chapter 4. Marital Theatrics: The Psychodynamics of the Narcissistic/Borderline Couple
Chapter 5. Dynamic Positions and Transference Formation
Chapter 6. Group Psychology and the Narcissistic/Borderline Couple
Chapter 7. Cross-cultural Couples
Chapter 8. Model of Treatment Chapter 9. Cases
Glossary
References

O autorze

Joan Lachkar