
Dr Michael Greenberg: OCD as a defense mechanism (#489)
The OCD Stories
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Understanding OCD Through Psychoanalysis
This chapter explores OCD as a defense mechanism rooted in early childhood experiences and family dynamics. It emphasizes the significance of quality content in psychoanalytic research, focusing on how parental behaviors can shape a child's emotional health and contribute to OCD symptoms. The discussion contrasts psychoanalytic insights with empirical treatment approaches, advocating for a deeper understanding of the interconnections between symptoms and personal history.
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