Attachment in Group Psychotherapy

Taylor & Francis

Attachment in Group PsychotherapyAuthor(s): Cheri L. Marmarosh\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138541429, 978-1138541429\nSynopsis\nAttachment theory is influencing how we understand interpersonal relationships and how psychotherapy can help facilitate change for those struggling in relationships. More recently, researchers and clinicians have applied attachment theory to group treatment, one of the most effective forms of psychotherapy to address interpersonal difficulties. \n\nThis book highlights some of the bridges between attachment theory and contemporary approaches to group treatment. In addition to applying attachment theory to innovative treatments, each chapter addresses a specific way in which attachment impacts the members capacity for empathy and perspective taking; the development of cohesion in the group; the automatic fight-flight response during group interactions; members ability to tolerate di.