Psychotherapy with Phobic Patients: The Marriage Relationship as the Source of Symptoms and Focus of Treatment
Abstract
Four patients demonstrating phobic symptoms occurring in the context of maladaptive marriages are presented. Thorough historical data collection is stressed. Similarities in family backgrounds and personality styles emerge in these cases and are discussed in relation to genesis of symptoms within the marital relationships. A psychotherapeutic approach is described and results of treatment examined.
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