Citation

Siegel JP. Clin. Soc. Work J. 2007; 35(4): 223-227.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group)

DOI

10.1007/s10615-007-0129-x

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

A case of attempted maternal-filial suicide (see record 2008-00185-001) is discussed from the perspective of trauma, emotional regulation and defense mechanisms. Case details which include childhood sexual abuse, observed parental violence and emotional neglect allow for an illustration of the impact of childhood family experiences on adult intimacy and coping patterns. Domestic violence and the perception of protection are also explored. Emotional regulation in the experience of despair is approached from an object relations perspective. Based on this, implications for prevention and treatment are presented. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)