Therapist Uncensored Podcast Working with Attachment Trauma Using Lessons from the AAP, Failed Mourning, Disorganized/Dysregulated Attachment with Dr. Carol George (210)
Aug 1, 2023
Explore attachment trauma with attachment assessment expert Dr. Carol George. Topics include failed mourning, disorganized attachment, and the unique aspects of the Adult Attachment Projective Picture System. Discover insights into applying the science of attachment and trauma, and the transformative power of close relationships in rewiring insecure attachment.
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Expanded Concept of Pathological Mourning
- Pathological mourning broadens beyond death loss to include attachment trauma as failed mourning and chronic mourning.
- Failed mourning involves defensive denial of trauma, impacting personal awareness and relationships.
Failed Mourning and Dismissing Attachment
- Failed mourning is linked with dismissing attachment and involves deactivation defenses to shut down trauma.
- It suppresses trauma memories as if "but nothing happened" even when significant trauma occurred.
Chronic Mourning in Preoccupied Attachment
- Chronic mourning relates to preoccupied attachment pattern, involving a cognitive disconnection creating a smokescreen over trauma.
- Individuals may feel frightened but remain disconnected from clear trauma awareness.