Daniel Rasic1. 1. Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this paper is to review the evolution of the concept of countertransference, its clinical utility and unique features in the child and adolescent psychiatry setting. METHODS: This article employs a selective literature review of papers relevant to countertransference in general and in child and adolescent psychiatry. RESULTS: Reviewed papers indicate that countertransference is a ubiquitous phenomenon in child and adolescent psychiatric practice and that it can have important clinical implications. CONCLUSIONS: Recognition and management of countertransference is a crucial skill in child and adolescent psychiatry. Recommendations are made regarding its incorporation in residency training and psychiatric practice.
OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this paper is to review the evolution of the concept of countertransference, its clinical utility and unique features in the child and adolescent psychiatry setting. METHODS: This article employs a selective literature review of papers relevant to countertransference in general and in child and adolescent psychiatry. RESULTS: Reviewed papers indicate that countertransference is a ubiquitous phenomenon in child and adolescent psychiatric practice and that it can have important clinical implications. CONCLUSIONS: Recognition and management of countertransference is a crucial skill in child and adolescent psychiatry. Recommendations are made regarding its incorporation in residency training and psychiatric practice.
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Keywords:
child and adolescent psychiatry; countertransference