Separation–individuation conflicts in children of Holocaust survivors
- Författare
- Barocas, H. A., & Barocas, C. B.
- Titel
- Separation–individuation conflicts in children of Holocaust survivors
- Utgivningsår
- 1980
- Tidskrift
- Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy
- Volym
- 11
- Sidor
- 6-14
- Sammanfattning
This article examines the developmental conflicts of children of Holocaust Survivors with specific emphasis on psychic trauma and second-generation Survivor effects. Issues related to depression, guilt, and aggression are discussed in relation to Mahler's separation-individuation process. Developmental failures at early phases may predispose these children toward low self-esteem, narcissistic vulnerability, identity problems, and impairments in interpersonal relations. The need for further research and clinical investigation is emphasized to help develop preventive measures and attenuate the effects of the Holocaust on future generations.