The Scientific Committee of NPAP

Presents
Sixth installment of the 2019-2020
Sunday Scientific Seminar

Stop and Smell the Neurosis:
Chronic Neglect of the Body as a
Defense Against Attachment

Presenter:
Debra Kuppersmith, LCSW

Discussant:
Steven Kuchuck, LCSW

Moderator:
Steven Yagerman, LP

Sunday, July 12, 2020
5pm – 6:30 pm

Register Here!

This case presentation features a patient whose chronic neglect of her body is her way of acting out a series of conflicts dating from early infancy. She is literally and psychologically “untouchable,” and her body is the physical representation of the emotional barrier she needs to erect in order to tolerate her vulnerability, both in her life and in her treatment. The presenter will describe how a transference/countertransference enactment helped move the treatment forward, as both analyst and analysand analyzed the analysand’s difficulty being looked at, and more importantly, looking at herself.

Learning Objectives: After attending the presentation, participants will be able to
– Discuss body neglect as a symptom of failed attempts at separation and individuation.
– Identify countertransference interference as it relates to femininity and appearance.

Open to NPAP members and candidates I no cost
non-members I $30.00

1.5 CE contact hours will be granted to participants with documented attendance and complete evaluation form. It is the responsibility of the participants seeking CE credits to comply with these requirements. Upon completion, a Certificate of Attendance will be emailed to all participants.

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