"Designed to serve as an introduction to the fundamental concepts, theories, and treatment approaches of James F.Masterson, M.D., this book is divided into two parts: a presentation of the body of his work, and an accompanying Workbook, in the form of a questionnaire, that will enable the practitioner to apply the skills he or she has studied. The combination of the two formats provides both a clear and a concise summary of Dr. Masterson"s groundbreaking work and an unusual and intriguing way to enhance the learning process for the reader. The body of the work is the subject of Dr. Masterson"s 14 previous books and numerous articles. Read chronologically, these books illustrate the evolution of his theories of the Disorders of the Self (personality disorders), from their theoretical underpinnings to a treatment approach tailored to the specific needs of each disorder. Starting with his innovative work with the Borderline adolescent, moving on to the Borderline adult, and then...