Index to Chiropractic Literature
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URL https://www.apcj.net/site_files/4725/upload_files/Blum-HealingEnergy4.pdf?dl=1
Journal Asia-Pac Chiropr J. 2023 Jul-sep;4(1):5
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Narrative abstract: Transference and countertransference are psychodynamic terms for how a person’s past experiences and relationships colour their perception and engagement in current relationships. Transference is the act of a patient unknowingly transferring feelings from their past onto the doctor and the doctor patient relationship. Countertransference is the act of a doctor unknowingly transferring feelings from their past onto the patient and the patient doctor relationship. Transference and countertransference are always present and cultivating an awareness of these unconscious behaviours are important for optimal doctor and patient relationships. Especially since the chiropractic encounter usually involves touch it is the physician’s responsibility to carry the consciousness or therapeutic awareness in any healthcare relationship.

Author keywords: Chiropractic - Chiropractor - Transference - Countertransference

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