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Process in family groups

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This paper distinguishes process in family groups from process in nonrelated psychodynamic groups. The meaning of process in family groups is elaborated and illustrated in a series of case examples. The author also describes issues pertinent to the treatment of family groups as differentiated from nonrelated groups, including issues around countertransference and termination.

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  1. Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts General Hospital, USA

    Anne Alonso Ph.D. (Staff psychologist, Director)

  2. Boston Institute for Psycotherapies Treatment Center, Boston

    Anne Alonso Ph.D. (Staff psychologist, Director)

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  1. Anne Alonso Ph.D.
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Alonso, A. Process in family groups. Group 5, 3–10 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01456742

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