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The concept of borderline diagnosis is defined and the goals of residential treatment are delineated. The specific aims and techniques of psychotherapy are then outlined. Concomitant work with parents is utilized. The importance of working through during termination is noted.
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Lewis, M., Brown, T.E. Psycotherapy in the residential treatment of the borderline child. Child Psych Hum Dev 9, 181–188 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01433481
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