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Title: Summary of 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud
Description: Summary, explanation and conclusion of the main ideas of the text 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud.
Description: Summary, explanation and conclusion of the main ideas of the text 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud.
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ON THE PSYCHOTHERAPY OF HYSTERIA (INTRODUCTION, 1, 2, 3)
Sigmund Freud (1893-1895)
Summary:
In our research into the etiology of hysterical symptoms, we discovered an effective therapeutic method that pleasantly surprised
us
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In addition, we sought to understand how our method produced these effects
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Now, we will try to explain in detail the scope, technique, and difficulties of this method, although inevitably there will be
repetitions due to the information contained in the previous clinical records
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We do not claim to have eliminated all hysterical symptoms with the cathartic method, but we believe that the obstacles were
circumstantial and not fundamental
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We will analyze the drawbacks and advantages of the procedure and address the failures of this
origin in the future
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The cathartic method retains its value despite being symptomatic and not causal
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It is particularly effective in cases of residual symptoms
following an acute hysterical paroxysm
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In cases where the hysterical production has passed and only residual symptoms remain, the cathartic method is satisfactory
and achieves lasting successes, especially in the sexual sphere
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It is necessary to wait
and establish favourable conditions for the patient
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Eliminating pre-existing symptoms helps restore
the patient's resilience
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We recognize the apparent contradiction between admitting that not all symptoms are psychogenic and maintaining that they
can all be eliminated by the cathartic method
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As for other symptoms, they may be dragged down by
psychogenic symptoms or depend on indirect psychic causation
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We will list and point out these aspects without developing them in detail
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I cannot delve into
the psychic mechanism of a hysteria in a person that I find vulgar or unpleasant, but I can treat patients with tabes or rheumatism
regardless of my personal feelings towards them
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Some patients may escape treatment by glimpsing its direction, while others may
develop an excessive personal relationship with the doctor
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Although it is
emphasized that the use of hypnosis does not lead to harm, the problems that arise during the treatment have other causes
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In addition, combining cathartic psychotherapy with a resting cure has been shown to be effective in both the
physical and psychological improvement of patients
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In attempting to extend the application of Breuer's method to a wider radius, I encountered
the difficulty that some patients were not hypnotizable, despite showing symptoms of hysteria as diagnosed
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As a result, he had
to find a way around this difficulty
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I observed
that in some patient’s resistance manifested itself even before the attempt at hypnosis
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Although I am not sure of the validity of this conception, I needed to find a
solution without relying on hypnosis
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During the first interview,
some patients claimed not to remember the first occasion of their symptom, while others offered dark memories that they could
not follow
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Some patients began to remember more under this suggestion, even without hypnosis
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This resistance, which is related to the
defense of the self, prevents the conscious recall of pathogenic representations
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Before applying pressure to the patient's forehead, I assured them
that they would see a memory in the form of an image or thought and that they would communicate it to me
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In conclusion, this method allowed me to access pathogenic memories and advance the treatment of patients
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We have just praised with such fervour the achievements of this auxiliary procedure which consists in the pressure on the forehead,
but we have entirely neglected the point of view of defence or resistance
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The patient's resistance manifests itself in a variety of ways and is often hidden
behind singular subterfuges
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This can manifest itself in expressions of disappointment on the part of the patient, stating
that nothing relevant or meaningful occurs to them during the pressure process
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To overcome this resistance, one must arm oneself with patience and use different strategies
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Explaining how the mind works and how thoughts are related can help
the patient understand the importance of exploring their deepest thoughts
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This may involve building a trusting rela
Title: Summary of 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud
Description: Summary, explanation and conclusion of the main ideas of the text 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud.
Description: Summary, explanation and conclusion of the main ideas of the text 'On the Psychotherapy of Hysteria (Introduction, 1, 2, 3)' by Freud.