GUIDELINES FOR USING PSYCHODRAMA WITH SCHIZOID PATIENTS

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  • MICHAEL J. KLASSMAN Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/5m7qh414

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Abstract

The following data was gathered over a two-year period during which psychodrama was the primary method used in working intensively with schizoid patients at two psychiatric hospitals in Southern California.

Although there are various degrees of schizoid behavior, all schizoids exhibit fear and terror when confronting problems they feel are overwhelming. The psychodramatic environment may offer the schizoid a chance to face his fears and terror (and ultimately gain ego strength to overcome his problems) provided it is as judgment-free as possible. By recognizing some of the traits exhibited by the schizoid individual, the psychodramatist may be better able to help facilitate the schizoid's ability to confront his fears. It is important to remember the fragility of the schizoid patient. He protects himself through a very strong and intricate defense system. Therefore, it is not wise for the director to push for a catharsis when the schizoid exhibits reluctance.

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2025-01-07

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Vol. 26 No. 3-4 (1973): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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