Draws parallels concerning the development of the self between recent psychoanalytic theory and earlier formulations found in the sociological tradition of symbolic interactionism. Suggests that a unity of understanding between the two thought systems is useful to the knowledge base of social work practice. (Author/LLL)

Discusses metaphors used to describe problems when family therapy and psychopharmacology are employed together. Identifies coupling metaphors that support both therapies as valid treatments and exclusionary metaphors that invalidate one approach. Presents consultation model for psychiatrists consulting to family therapists wherein the psychiatrist…

The goal of synergistic psychology is to synthesize different psychological theories into an explanation of how social, cognitive and biological factors interact in human behavior. Synergism refers to the mutually co-operating action of separate substances which taken together produce an effect greater than that of any component taken alone. The…

Describes the features which distinguish psychoanalytic marital therapy from other forms of marital therapy, demonstrates how important classical psychoanalytic concepts can be applied to marital therapy, and presents a view of how object-relations theories and, particularly, the work of Fairbairn, Kohut, and Gilligan, can be applied to…

Suggests sociological method of group study, SYMLOG (Systematic Multiple Level Observation of Groups), as means for bringing elements of psychoanalytic and humanistic techniques into behavior therapy. Discusses numerous applications of SYMLOG. Sees SYMLOG as useful for both individual and group behavior therapy and as a way to facilitate social…

Some mental health experts have suggested that particular subgroups of the chronic mentally ill may be especially vulnerable to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Patients with mood disorders (manic type), schizophrenia, and dual diagnosis of either disorder with substance abuse are considered at high risk for HIV infection, as are…

Computer programs have been developed to make Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Third Edition (DSM-III) diagnoses. Programs contain features that help to structure and shorten user interaction with the program, including screening questions and incorporation of DSM-III's decision trees for differential diagnosis. Discusses…

Makes a theoretical comparison between Adlerian and analytic formulations of family assessment in a case study involving a recently divorced couple and a child with encopresis. Discussed the family relationship in terms of object relations theory emphasizing intrapsychic experience, and Adlerian theory emphasizing the purposes of behavior. (JAC)

Describes the use of active role play techniques in a staff training group designed to teach about the "Inner World of the Adolescent," where the fundamental features of transference and countertransference were brought alive, and other theoretical contributions of modern psychoanalysis demonstrated within the setting of a training…

Discusses, with examples, how values and morality affect psychiatry and child rearing. Asserts that moral imperatives are taught primarily by example rather than by instruction. Also comments on the fallacy of "value free" psychiatry. (GC)

Reviews and comments upon articles by Jane Loevinger and Robert Kegan devoted to self and ego. A spiral-process model of self-conception is offered as an elaboration of the processes that might be involved in equilibration. The clarifying purpose of theory should not be forgotten. A phenomenological perspective is presented. (Author/BEF)

The merging of psychoanalysis with other disciplines is explored. Focus is on political psychology, psychohistory, psychogeography, and psychological anthropology. Controversies and criticisms associated with these interdisciplinary approaches are also discussed. (JMD)

Empirical studies based on psychoanalytic model have concentrated on study of therapeutic process and diagnostic groups such as borderline personality disorder (BPD). Work in BPD provides paradigm for future approaches in study of second-order inferences removed from immediate observational field. Concept of structure may be clarified by empirical…

Presents a case where psychiatry and family therapy were used concurrently to treat a family disorder. The use of two modalities allowed the therapists to see the distress their prescriptions inflicted on the child. Concluded that family therapists should consider how their interventions affect young, vulnerable family members. (BH)

Reviews the historical background, standards, the issue of day treatment versus day care, functional issues, specialization, efficacy and cost effectiveness, utilization issues, and alternative models of care of partial hospitalization programs in North America. Emphasizes issues of relevance when planning alternative programs to inpatient…