Main description:

In this second edition of her groundbreaking book, Dr. Joan Lachkar addresses the ever-changing faces and phases of narcissism within the context of marital therapy and discusses the new developments in the treatment of marital conflict. Drawing from many different theoretical frameworks, mainly self-psychology (Kohut) and object relations (Klein), the works of D.W, Winnicott, and Kernberg are expanded to further explain why couples stay in painful, conflictual, never-ending relationships (traumatic bonding). The new chapters, case illustrations, and updated treatment sequences are invaluable to both beginning and experienced clinicians. The Narcissistic / Borderline Couple is an essential text for every marital therapist, offering an improved understanding of marital pathology within the framework of our changing world.

Contents:

Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1. The Narcissist and the Borderline
Chapter 2. Theoretical Implications
Chapter 3. The Couple: The Dance, The Drama, and The Bond
Chapter 4. Marital Theatrics: The Psychodynamics of the Narcissistic/Borderline Couple
Chapter 5. Dynamic Positions and Transference Formation
Chapter 6. Group Psychology and the Narcissistic/Borderline Couple
Chapter 7. Cross-cultural Couples
Chapter 8. Model of Treatment Chapter 9. Cases
Glossary
References