A developmental approach to mentalizing communities: I. A model for social change
- 1 December 2005
- journal article
- editorial
- Published by Guilford Publications
- Vol. 69 (4) , 265-281
- https://doi.org/10.1521/bumc.2005.69.4.265
Abstract
A developmental model is proposed applying attachment theory to complex social systems to promote social change. The idea of mentalizing communities is outlined with a proposal for three projects testing the model: ways to reduce bullying and create a peaceful climate in schools, projects to promote compassion in cities by a focus of end-of-life care, and a mentalization-based intervention into parenting style of borderline and substance abusing parents.Keywords
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