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Published Online: 1997, pp. 309–462

From Object-Relations Theory to the Theory of Alterity: Shame as an Intermediary between the Interpersonal World and the Inner World of Psychic Structure

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Inadequacies in object-relations theory become apparent when one attempts to use them to enhance understanding of self-referential affects, notably shame. Proceeding from a discussion of this affect, the author proposes a new “theory of alterity,” illustrating his approach with reference to three mythological figures: Narcissus, Tiresias, and Oedipus.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy
Pages: 343 - 356
PubMed: 9327103

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Published in print: 1997, pp. 309–462
Published online: 30 April 2018

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Günter H. Seidler, M.D.
Psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, training and supervising group analyst, senior lecturer/assistant professor at various psychoanalytic institutes, senior consultant at the Psychosomatic Hospital of the University of Heidelberg.

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Mailing address: Psychosomatische Klinik, Thibautstrasse 2, D-69115 Heidelberg, Germany.

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