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In this compelling book, the authors present an innovative therapeutic model for understanding and treating adults from emotionally abusive or neglectful families? families the authors call narcissistic. Narcissistic families have a parental system that is, for whatever reason (job stress, alcoholism, drug abuse, mental illness, physical disability, lack of parenting skills, selfcentered immaturity), primarily involved in getting its own needs met. The children in such narcissistic family systems try to earn love, attention and approval by satisfying their parents' needs, thus never developing the ability to recognize their own needs or create strategies for getting them met. By outlining the theoretical framework of their model and using dozens of illustrative clinical examples, the authors clearly illuminate specific practice guidelines for treating these individuals.Stephanie DonaldsonPressman is a therapist, consultant, and trainer. She is known for her work with dysfunctional families, particularly with survivors of incest. Robert M. Pressman is the editorinchief and president of the Joint Commission for the Development of the Treatment and Statistical Manual for Behavioral and Mental Disorders.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Narcissistic Family: Diagnosis and Treatment'? A: The book focuses on understanding and treating adults who come from narcissistic families, characterized by emotionally abusive or neglectful parenting.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Stephanie Donaldson-Pressman, a therapist known for her work with dysfunctional families, and Robert M. Pressman, the editor-in-chief of the Joint Commission for the Development of the Treatment and Statistical Manual for Behavioral and Mental Disorders.
- Q: What therapeutic model do the authors present? A: The authors present an innovative therapeutic model that helps to understand the dynamics of narcissistic families and offers guidelines for treatment.
- Q: How does the book help individuals from narcissistic families? A: It provides insight into how children in narcissistic families often struggle to recognize their own needs and offers strategies for developing healthier relationships.
- Q: Is this book suitable for therapists and mental health professionals? A: Yes, the book is suitable for therapists and mental health professionals as it outlines specific practice guidelines and includes clinical examples for better understanding and treatment.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 14, 1994.
- Q: What is the format of 'The Narcissistic Family: Diagnosis and Treatment'? A: The book is available in a hardcover format with 192 pages.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Interpersonal Relations.
- Q: Are there any specific clinical examples included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes dozens of illustrative clinical examples to clarify the therapeutic model presented.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'The Narcissistic Family: Diagnosis and Treatment'.