The author believes that psychotic patients don't have enough defenses, in contrast to neurotic patients who have too many defenses. He feels that one's psychological problems are always reflected in one's sexuality. Sexual behavior invariably reflects one's psychological scars because sexuality, at its basic level, is so tied in with social interactions and feelings. And yet, according to Dr. Glenmuller, very few patients seek help for sexual problems. In psychotics, the problems rarely arise because of the presence of more basic issues of making a living. The case studies presented are superficial in depth and not particularly well-written or interesting (except for Traumatic Juxtapositions!). This is a book, I'd recommend skipping since there are so many more interesting ones waiting to be read, and there is never enough time available to read all of the good ones!
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