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D. W. Winnicott w/ Abby Kluchin and Patrick Blanchfield

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The Maternal Influence in Psychoanalysis

This chapter explores the pivotal role of maternal figures in the evolution of psychoanalytic theory, contrasting the contributions of Melanie Klein and Anna Freud. It highlights the shift in focus from paternal to maternal influences in child development and the challenges faced by mothers in the caregiving journey. The discussion further examines the implications of these dynamics on leading psychoanalysts like Winnicott and the broader societal expectations of motherhood.

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