Sign In

Username

Forgot Username?

Password

Forgot password?

Keep me signed in

Sign in via OpenAthens

Change Password

Old Password

New Password

Too Short Weak Medium Strong Very Strong Too Long

Your password must have 6 characters or more:

a lower case character,
an upper case character,
a special character
or a digit

Too Short

Password Changed Successfully

Your password has been changed

Create your account

Email

Forget yout Password?

Enter your email address below and we will send you the reset instructions

Email

If the address matches an existing account you will receive an email with instructions to reset your password

Close

Forgot your Username?

Enter your email address below and we will send you your username

Email

If the address matches an existing account you will receive an email with instructions to retrieve your username

Skip main navigation

DSM Library
Books
Journals
News
Education & CME
APA Guidelines
Patient Education
Podcasts
Topics
International
My POL
More

Advanced Search

Advanced Search

Current Issue Archive About Articles In Advance Author Resources Author and Reviewer Guidelines

More

Share on

2020s
2010s
2000s
1990s
1980s
1970s
1960s
1950s
1940s

2024
2023
2022
2021
2020

March 15, 2024 | VOL. 77, NO. 1
CURRENT ISSUE
pp.1-42

2019
2018
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010

2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000

1999
1998
1997
1996
1995
1994
1993
1992
1991
1990

1989
1988
1987
1986
1985
1984
1983
1982
1981
1980

1979
1978
1977
1976
1975
1974
1973
1972
1971
1970

1969
1968
1967
1966
1965
1964
1963
1962
1961
1960

1959
1958
1957
1956
1955
1954
1953
1952
1951
1950

1949
1948
1947

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) has updated its Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, including with new information specifically addressed to individuals in the European Economic Area. As described in the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, this website utilizes cookies, including for the purpose of offering an optimal online experience and services tailored to your preferences.

Please read the entire Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By closing this message, browsing this website, continuing the navigation, or otherwise continuing to use the APA's websites, you confirm that you understand and accept the terms of the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, including the utilization of cookies.

cover

Previous Issue Next Issue

American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 41, Issue 2

April 1987

Call for Papers

Submit an article Subscribe Get Free Publication Alerts

Export Citation

Select Citation format

Download citation
Copy citation

Export Citations Add to Favorites Recommend

Editorial

April 1987

Stanley Lesse, M.D.

Pages:169–171
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.169

First Page
PDF/EPUB

Articles

April 1987

Elements of Treatment for Suicidal Preadolescents

Cynthia R. Pfeffer, M.D.

Pages:172–184
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.172

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

This paper outlines basic elements used in treatment of suicidal préadolescents, namely, having current knowledge of suicidal behavior, understanding a therapist’s reactions to a suicidal child, intervening to decrease risk factors, developing a network ...

April 1987

Establishing Therapeutic Contact with Schizophrenics: A Supervisory Approach

John J. Huszonek, M.D.

Pages:185–193
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.185

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

The beginning resident in psychiatry often finds schizophrenic inpatients to be noncompliant with the standard therapeutic approaches. This can present a significant supervisory challenge. An approach that views the schizophrenic as deficient of “good” ...

April 1987

After the Terrorist Incident: Psychotherapeutic Treatment of Former Hostages

Robert I. Simon, M.D.,
Robert A. Blum, M.D.

Pages:194–200
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.194

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

With the ever-increasing number of terrorist incidents involving the taking of hostages, therapists are called upon to treat those victims who develop psychological sequelae to their hostage experience. The subsequent psychological symptoms and ...

April 1987

Toward a Definition of ‘Childhood Mourning’

Christina Sekaer, M.D.

Pages:201–219
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.201

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

Though a young child cannot mourn like an adult, optimal responses may be distinguished from pathological ones and used to define “childhood mourning.” Aspects of mourning such as identification and decathexis must be related to the child’s developmental ...

April 1987

Psychotherapy with the Substance-Dependent Physician: Pitfalls and Strategies

Malkah T. Notman, M.D.,
Edward J. Khantzian, M.D.,
Alfred J.R. Koumans, M.D.

Pages:220–230
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.220

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

Psychotherapy with substance-dependent physicians presents special problems. Accurate assessment and effective response is rendered difficult due to underrepresentation or denial by the patient and countertransference impediments to recognition and limit ...

April 1987

Toward the Ideal State Mental Hospital: The Human Equation

Alexander Gralnick, M.D., L.F.

Pages:231–244
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.231

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

This paper gives the historical sketch necessary for an understanding of the current state of American psychiatry. It reviews some of the reasons why the rendering of good hospital care must be reconsidered, and describes some of the main features of the ...

April 1987

The Psychiatry of Writing a Will

Nathan Roth, M.D.

Pages:245–251
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.245

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

The last will and testament of patients seen by psychiatrists is rarely a topic of exploration. On examination it is found to be intertwined with the testator’s attitudes toward death. When these attitudes are irrational and conflictual, the making of a ...

April 1987

Body-Oriented Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa Patients

Walter Vandereycken, M.D.,
Leopold Depreitere, M.A.,
Michel Probst, M.A.

Pages:252–259
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.252

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

Though the disturbed body image is an essential phenomenon of anorexia nervosa, hardly any specific attempts are described to alter the way these patients experience their bodies. The authors present a body-oriented treatment method aimed at curbing ...

April 1987

Humor in Psychotherapy: A View

Robert L. Reynes, Ph.D.,
Arnold Allen, M.D.

Pages:260–270
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.260

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

This paper offers a perspective on the use of humor as both an assessment tool and as a therapeutic tool within the context of a psychodynamic approach to psychotherapy. While mindful of the potential difficulties which attend its introduction into the ...

April 1987

Tarasoff Decision: A Decade Later Dilemma Still Faces Psychotherapists

Ebrahim J. Kermani, M.D.,
Sanford L. Drob, Ph.D.

Pages:271–285
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.271

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

The landmark cases on the “duty to warn” concept are reviewed. Two trends are noted in the court rulings. The first trend narrowly interprets the duty to warn as applying only to situations involving a serious threat to a specific individual. The second ...

April 1987

Constructivist View of Meditation

Michael Delmonte, Ph.D.

Pages:286–298
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.286

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

Meditation experiences are viewed from a constructivist perspective. Concentrative and mindfulness approaches are compared. It is concluded that, although these meditative techniques differ (and often are used in conjunction), they both yield insight into ...

Case Report

April 1987

The Use of Paraverbal Therapy in Treating an Inaccessible, Traumatized Child

Evelyn Phillips Heimlich, B.S., CPvT.

Pages:299–307
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.299

Abstract
PDF/EPUB

Preview Abstract

Severely traumatized children are often incapable of responding to traditional psychotherapy. Paraverbal therapy has been shown to render a number of such children responsive to the communicative aspects of the method, with the result that their ...

Book Review

April 1987

The Theory and Practice of Self Psychology

William N. Goldstein, M.D.

Pages:308–309
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.308

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Suicide Risk: The Formulation of Clinical Judgment

Cynthia R. Pfeffer, M.D.

Pages:309–310
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.309

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Stress Response Syndromes

Edward E. Seelye, M.D.

Pages:310–311
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.310

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

The Suicidal Child

James M. Toolan, M.D.

Pages:311–312
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.311

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Fears of Childhood

Bernard Zuger, M.D.

Page:312
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.312

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Grown-Up Abused Children

E. E. Mueller, Ph.D.

Pages:312–313
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.312a

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Incest as Child Abuse: Research and Applications

Marvin L. Blumberg, M.D.

Pages:314–315
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.314

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Experiential Psychotherapy with Children

Ann Hazzard, Ph.D.

Pages:315–316
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.315

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Childhood and Society: 35th Anniversary Edition

Dlane Benoit, M.D.,
Charles H. Zeanah, M.D.

Pages:316–317
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.316

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Turning Forty in the ’80s: Personal Crisis, Time for Change

Gerald Amada, Ph.D.

Pages:317–318
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.317

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Stanley Lesse, M.D., Med. Sc.D.

Page:318
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.318

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Women in Society: Making a Difference

Natalie Shainess, M.D.

Pages:318–319
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.318a

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Eating Disorders: Effective Care and Treatment

Ralph G. Victor, M.D.

Pages:319–320
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.319

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Psychotherapy and the Lonely Patient

Nathan Roth, M.D.

Pages:320–321
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.320

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Making Contact. Uses of Language in Psychotherapy

D. R. Freebury, M.B.B.Ch.

Pages:320–321
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.320a

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Counseling and Psychotherapy with College Students

Kurt Glaser, M.D.

Pages:321–322
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.321

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Dream Analysis in Psychotherapy

T.L. Brink, Ph.D.

Pages:322–323
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.322

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Counseling

Hanna E. Kapit, Ph.D.

Pages:323–324
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.323

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

The Conscious Mind

Leslie Y. Rabkin, Ph.D.

Pages:324–325
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.324

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Stress and Anxiety

Geoffrey M. Margo, M.D.,
Mantosh Dewan, M.D.

Pages:325–326
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.325

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

A Textbook of Biological Feedback

Laurence P. Ince, Ph.D.

Pages:326–327
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.326

PDF/EPUB

April 1987

Vascular Aphasia

D. Frank Fleming, M.D.

Page:327
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.327

PDF/EPUB

Notes and Comments

April 1987

Notes and Comments

Thomas L. Kuhlman, Ph.D.

Pages:328–329
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.328

PDF/EPUB

Abstracts

April 1987

Abstracts of Forthcoming Articles

Pages:330–331
Published Online:30 April 2018

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1987.41.2.330

First Page
PDF/EPUB

Contact Us
Alerts
Subscriptions

American Psychiatric Association Publishing

Powered by Atypon Literatum

Information

For Libraries & Institutions
For Advertisers
Subscriptions
Media & Journalists
Reprints & Permissions
Copyright & Legal Disclaimer

Help and About Us

Help
About Us

Terms of Use
Privacy Policy

© 2024 American Psychiatric Association