Object Relations Theory and Self Psychology in Social Work Practice

Eda G. Goldstein

ISBN 10: 068484009X / ISBN 13: 9780684840093

Published by The Free Press, 2002

The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing. Seller Inventory # BSM.12JA1

Synopsis:

Object Relations and Self Psychology are two leading schools of psychological thought discussed in social work classrooms and applied by practitioners to a variety of social work populations. Yet both groups have lacked a basic manual for teaching and reference -- until now. For them, Dr. Eda G. Goldstein's book fills a void on two fronts: Part I provides a readable, systematic, and comprehensive review of object relations and self psychology, while Part II gives readers a friendly, step-by-step description and illustration of basic treatment techniques. For educators, this textbook offers a learned and accessible discussion of the major concepts and terminology, treatment principles, and the relationship of object relations and self psychology to classic Freudian theory. Practitioners find within these pages treatment guidelines for such varied problems as illness and disability, the loss of a significant other, and such special problems as substance abuse, child maltreatment, and couple and family disruptions. In a single volume, Dr. Goldstein has met the complex challenges of education and clinical practice.

About the Author: Dr. Eda G. Goldstein is a professor at the New York University Shirley M. Ehrenkranz School of Social Work and maintains a private practice. She is also the author of Borderline Disorders: Clinical Models and Techniques and is consulting editor of several professional journals.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Object Relations Theory and Self Psychology ...
Publisher: The Free Press
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: good