Publisher： Guilford Publications Inc
ISSN： 0020-7284
Source： International Journal of Group Psychotherapy, Vol.52, Iss.2, 2002-04, pp. : 265-284
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Abstract
The observation of women's groups in Italy has made it possible to outline specific developmental processes. Clinical illustration also suggests the emergence of specific group areas such as “interchangeability,” which are not seen in mixed-gender groups. The safe and confident atmosphere of interchangeability stimulates the relaxation of defences and self boundaries. As a consequence, it allows profound exchanges, which have an immediate impact in enhancing the sense of value and self-esteem of group members. Further therapeutic potentialities of “interchangeability” are described. Women in the here and now acquire the strength necessary for reexamining and psychoanalytically working through unconscious unresolved gender identifications and consequent problems in present relationships.
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