Theoretical and Conceptual Notes Concerning Transference and Countertransference Processes in Groups and by Groups, and the Social Unconscious: Part III

Hopper, Earl

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“…It is generally accepted that the analyst's feelings provide important clues to what is going on in the group. As noted by Hopper (2006), Foulkes was the first group analyst recognizing that therapist is both object and subject of emotionally corrective transmuting internalization. He considers the countertransference processes in the group in terms of resonance and mirroring more than in the classical terms of group analyst's psychopathology.…”

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“…The analyst's countertransference then responds to various forms of group transference from members, and various collective phenomena such as the group as a whole, subgroups, antigroup (Hopper, 2006). In group analysis, the analyst is much more exposed than in psychoanalysis, to behavior, countertransference and the scrutiny from analysands (Cortesão, 1989).…”

Section: Countertransferencementioning

confidence: 99%

“…A group can be an immense weight but also a great source of pleasure-The group cannot be a source of satisfaction of the analyst's childhood deprivations, the group cannot be an audience to express and gratify narcissistic or other needs (Blay Neto, 1966, as cited in Kutter, 1976). Ormont (1970; reported by Hopper (2006) suggests that the group analysts should use the group as an aid in resolving the subjective countertransference (in the pathological countertransference sense), as they should use objective countertransference to resolve group resistances. This oversight function of the group is one of the most interesting aspects of working in this setting, and promotes the ongoing investigation of transference and countertransference.…”

Section: Countertransferencementioning

confidence: 99%

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Group Analysis: Other Sights of the Conscious and the Unconscious

José¹,

César²,

Guilherme³

et al. 2015

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Definition of Group Analysis  Group-analysis came into view with Foulkes' works in the Northfield Hospital in London by the 1940s during the World War II. His conceptions among us were modified by Cortesão (1989). To speak about group-analysis in Portugal, it is indispensable to define its specificity and to clarify the concepts which support it. Thus, it is conceptualized and described as a way of investigation and therapy based on the psychoanalytic theory; however, it operates with discriminated proceedings, which are in connexion with the new setting, the group, and with the theory and technique of the group-analysis. The purpose of the group-analysis is working through a made steady transference structure, which allows its distinction from the group-psychotherapy based on the psychoanalytic theory. Cortesão (1989) defines group analytic process as "the way through which several theoretical and practical dimensions-which contribute to the consistency and shape of the group analytic therapy-are framed, organized and perform a function". Once the specific concepts are structured and organized, they cross one another to perform the practice. The therapeutic process is performed during the intercourse between the group matrix and the groupanalitic pattern. The pattern is gradually integrated into the dynamic matrix as Ancona (1992) says. We can consider that

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Section: Countertransferencementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Countertransferencementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Countertransferencementioning

confidence: 99%

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Group Analysis: Other Sights of the Conscious and the Unconscious

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César²,

Guilherme³

et al. 2015

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“…In his book Chains of Freedom (1962) Erich Fromm devotes a whole chapter to the concept-two years before it is mentioned by Foulkes. Fromm's ideas are certainly referred to by group analysts, in particular Hopper (2001;2007b), but I am intrigued that Fromm's contribution has not been better acknowledged. Fromm brings Freud's theory of the unconscious into the context of Marxist philosophy, which emphasizes the essentially social nature of man.…”

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An Exploration of the Concept of the Social Unconscious and its Application to Clinical Understanding

Parker¹

2014

Group Analysis

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The social unconscious is an idea primarily linked to group analysis. This article argues that the unconscious is socially constructed and it is essential that we recognize the power of social forces on our psyche. While Freud's concept of the super-ego implies the existence of a socially constructed aspect of the unconscious, I propose that if the unconscious is inherently social then the anxieties we experience and defend against are based on our need to belong rather than our fear of annihilation. Tracing these ideas through three individual case examples, I demonstrate that the cultural and societal roots of the unconscious are crucial to our understanding of the workings of individuals and of the groups to which they belong.

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“…The “Social Unconscious” is a term that Hopper (), Dalal (), Brown (), and Volkan () have developed, amongst others, that has value. It is useful to consider how the works tapped into the contemporary social unconscious of the times.…”

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William Shakespeare as Psychotherapist

Coombe¹

2012

Appl Psychoanal Studies

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The aim of this paper is to explore how Shakespeare drew on contemporary life to assist society to manage profound loss, uncertainty and anxiety. This was achieved through providing a forum, both in the “here and now”, via the plays and other works, and through creating a body of work for future generations to mine. This evolved over time to penetrate and fertilize the global community. In these ways Shakespeare helps us all to metabolize anxiety and despair and continue to move forward in the struggle of life. The paper includes a detailed discussion of the interpretations and applications of the works and their relevance to professionals who work within the space in which suffering and despair inhabit. Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Theoretical and Conceptual Notes Concerning Transference and Countertransference Processes in Groups and by Groups, and the Social Unconscious: Part III

Cited by 10 publications

References 14 publications

Group Analysis: Other Sights of the Conscious and the Unconscious

Group Analysis: Other Sights of the Conscious and the Unconscious

An Exploration of the Concept of the Social Unconscious and its Application to Clinical Understanding

William Shakespeare as Psychotherapist

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