Understanding and treating depressive syndrome from a systemic perspective

Authors

  • Gaspare Vella Universidad de Roma
  • Camillo Loriedo Universidad de Roma

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33898/rdp.v4i13.961

Keywords:

family dynamics depressive disorder

Abstract

A hypothesis is suggested about the family dynamics of depressive disorder. Some general principles for intervention are proposed.

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Published

1993-03-01

How to Cite

Vella, G., & Loriedo, C. (1993). Understanding and treating depressive syndrome from a systemic perspective. Revista de Psicoterapia, 4(13), 53–65. https://doi.org/10.33898/rdp.v4i13.961

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