Object relations theory and short-term dynamic psychotherapy: findings from the Quality of Object Relations Scale.
This review focuses on the relevance of object relations theory to short-term dynamic psychotherapy (STDP). From diverse theoretical and research literatures, a small number of core theoretical concepts and assessment dimensions are identified. Specific assessment methods are also highlighted. Research evidence concerning a particular object relations concept (quality of object relations) and a corresponding interview scale (Quality of Object Relations Scale) that has emerged from a series of psychotherapy clinical trials is presented in support of the relevance of object relations theory to STDP. Clinical implications and future research directions are considered.
Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
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D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D007406:Interview, Psychological; D009769:Object Attachment; D011582:Psychological Theory; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods*