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Published Online: 1990, pp. 1–156

Exploring the Meanings of Substance Abuse: An Important Dimension of Early Work with Borderline Patients

Steven M. Southwick, M.D., and Sally L. Satel, M.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 44, Number 1

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1990.44.1.61

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Exploring the psychological role played by the use of substances in borderline patients can enrich the evaluation phase of treatment by illuminating deficits in personality structure and regulation of affect. Focus on the psychological functions of substances may also strengthen the initial therapeutic alliance and stimulate interest among treaters. Clinical examples are presented.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

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

Pages: 61 - 67

PubMed: 2327520

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Published in print: 1990, pp. 1–156

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Steven M. Southwick, M.D.^*

West Haven, CT

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Sally L. Satel, M.D.^†

West Haven, CT

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Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine; Director, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders Program at the West Haven Veterans Hospital. Mailing address: West Haven VA, 950 Campbell Ave., 116A, West Haven, CT 06516.

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Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine, Medical Director Brief Treatment Unit, West Haven VA.

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Exploring the Meanings of Substance Abuse: An Important Dimension of Early Work with Borderline Patients

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