NEW YORK PSYCHOANALYTIC SOCIETY & INSTITUTE:
Extension Program
247 East 82nd St., between 2nd & 3rd, NY, NY 10028
212-879-6900
www.psychoanalysis.org
www.nypsi.org
PSYCHOSOMATIC PATHOLOGY:Theory & Practice for Analysts & Therapists Muriel Gold Morris, M.D.
Thursdays, 7:45 – 9:15 pm, January 24 – March 14, 2013, (8 Sessions), Fee $200
Course Meets at Dr. Morris’ Office: 49 East 96 St., Apt. 19B (corner of Madison Ave.)
Since the work of the first psychoanalysts, starting with Freud and Groddeck, it has been noted that early family pathology and psychic conflict have contributed to the causation and maintenance of many forms of physical illness for which medical treatments alone have proved inadequate. In a case and lecture format, this course focuses on how applying psychoanalytic methods can lead to an amelioration of these conditions. The effects of pathogenic early environments and the actions of primitive mental mechanisms will be discussed. Readings will draw on the work of psychoanalytic pioneers as well as current day thinkers. Famous psychosomatic cases, among them Charles Darwin and Virginia Woolf, will be described. Reading materials will be provided.
Dr. Morris is the new Chair of the Brill Library Committee at NYPSI. She has taught Psychosomatic Pathology at psychoanalytic institutes throughout the city and has written and lectured on infertility, family pathology, and adoption. In her interest in applied psychoanalysis, she has focused on medical/psychological problems in the themes of great writers.
Register at www.nypsi.org under Events & Lectures.
For info: admdir@nypsi.org or 212-879-6900
Educational Objectives:
1)Be familiar with the history of psychosomatic pathology and the stages it has gone through over the years.
2)Be able to recognize that every patient has some psychosomatic symptoms in one form or another, but in many instances they only come to life when the therapist is familiar with how to ask the right questions. The patient’s answers are enlightening and lead to useful therapeutic interventions and strategies.
3)Understand the specific role of family and primitive superego pathology in psychosomatic conditions.
4)Develop confidence in working with these patients, many of whom suffer from the more severe psychiatric diagnoses.
Information regarding CME credit for physicians:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the American Psychoanalytic Association and the New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. The American Psychoanalytic Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Psychoanalytic Association designates this Live Activity for a maximum of [12] AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE INFORMATION FOR ALL LEARNERS: None of the planners and presenters of this CME program have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Information regarding CE credit for psychologists
Who Should Attend: Mental health professionals (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed psychotherapists).
APA-approved CE Credits:
Psychologists: New York Psychoanalytic Society & Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education programs for psychologists. NYPSI maintains responsibility for this program and its content. APA-approved CE credits are granted to participants with documented attendance and completed evaluation forms. Upon receipt of the completed evaluation form, we will send you via email a PDF of your CE credits.
Persons with disabilities: The building is wheelchair accessible and has an elevator. Please notify the registrar in advance if you require accommodations.
DISCLOSURE: None of the planners or presenters of this CE program has any relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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