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Chapter 1.Introduction: A Model of Treatment Targeting Self and Interpersonal Functioning

A Model of Treatment Targeting Self and Interpersonal Functioning

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Current Status of Personality Disorders | Object Relations Theory and TFP-E | Object Relations Theory in Context | References

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In this book, we present a particular model of treatment for personality disorders that we call transference-focused psychotherapy—extended (TFP-E). Rather than focusing on a particular type of personality disorder or constellation of symptoms or behaviors, our approach is organized in relation to modification of self and interpersonal functioning. We present general clinical principles applicable to the treatment of all personality pathology, coupled with an organized approach to their adaptation and modification for patients who represent different levels of severity of pathology and who have different clinical presentations.

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