Exploring the meanings of substance abuse: An important dimension of early work with borderline patients

S. M. Southwick; S. L. Satel

doi:10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1990.44.1.61

Exploring the meanings of substance abuse: An important dimension of early work with borderline patients

S. M. Southwick, S. L. Satel

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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.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	61-67
Number of pages	7
Journal	American Journal of Psychotherapy
Volume	44
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1990.44.1.61
State	Published - 1990
Externally published	Yes

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