Depression: Anaclitic vs. Introjective Types
Introduction to the Anaclitic–Introjective Model of Depression The concept of Anaclitic–Introjective Depression represents a seminal theoretical contribution to the psychoanalytic and psychodynamic understanding of depressive disorders, primarily developed by psychologist Sidney J. Blatt. This dual-axis model moves beyond purely descriptive, symptom-based classifications—such as those found in standard diagnostic manuals—to explore the underlying personality organization, developmental […]