Narrative identity in addictive disorders: a conceptual review
Valentina Deriu,
Daniela Altavilla,
Ines Adornetti
et al.
Abstract:Narrative identity allows individuals to integrate their personal experiences into a coherent and meaningful life story. Addictive disorders appear to be associated with a disturbed sense of self, reflected in problematic and disorganized self-narratives. In recent literature, a growing body of research has highlighted how narrative approaches can make a dual contribution to the understanding of addiction: on the one hand, by revealing crucial aspects of self structure, and, on the other, by supporting the ide… Show more
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