Relationship Management Of The Borderline Patient
Author | : David L. Dawson |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 235 |
Release | : 2013-05-13 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781134858064 |
ISBN-13 | : 113485806X |
Rating | : 4/5 (06X Downloads) |
Download or read book Relationship Management Of The Borderline Patient written by David L. Dawson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume offers guidelines for managing the therapist-patient relationship during crisis intervention and longer-term therapy with patients who exhibit borderline symptoms. Since to do no harm is the primary goal of any therapist who encounters such a patient, an appropriate therapist-patient relationship is crucial; moreover, skillful management of this relationship can, in itself, be the most effective and safe treatment. The authors present a conceptual model, based on self psychology and interpersonal theory, for reframing the borderline symptoms and the therapist's reactions. Case examples demonstrate effective relationship management and therapeutic interventions.