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Published Online: 1990, pp. 1–156

Common Psychological Defenses Seen in the Treatment of Sexually Abused Adolescents

Shanti Shapiro, A.C.S.W., and George Dominiak, M.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 44, Number 1

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1990.44.1.68

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This article presents a theoretical discussion of the dynamic process of psychological defenses seen in adolescents with a history of sexual abuse. The fortress of defensive structures most commonly used by the patient will be illustrated conjointly with case material. Long-term psychotherapy is often indicated to heal the extensive negative effects of earlier sexual trauma.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 44 • Number 1 • 1990, pp. 1–156

Pages: 68 - 74

PubMed: 2327521

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Published in print: 1990, pp. 1–156

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Shanti Shapiro, A.C.S.W.^*

Haydenville, MA

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George Dominiak, M.D.⁺

Boston, MA

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Private Practice and Senior Social Worker, Institute of Living, Hartford, CT. Mailing address: 24 Fort Hill Rd., Haydenville, MA 01039.

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Assistant Chairman of Psychiatry, Mt. Auburn Hospital, Boston, MA.

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Common Psychological Defenses Seen in the Treatment of Sexually Abused Adolescents

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