: Develops through "mirroring" (affirmation) from others.
Heinz Kohut's (1971) is a seminal text that launched the field of Self Psychology . It challenged traditional Freudian orthodoxy by shifting the focus from internal drive conflicts to the development and maintenance of a cohesive "self". Core Theoretical Framework The Analysis of the Self: A Systematic Approach...
: Develops through the ability to "merge" with a powerful, calm, and protective figure. Clinical Innovations : Develops through "mirroring" (affirmation) from others
Kohut redefined not as a stage to be outgrown, but as a separate line of development that persists throughout life. The Analysis of the Self: A Systematic Approach...