Pathogenesis of Subjectivation in Post Digital Generation

Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.57017/jcapp.v2.i2.02

Author(s):

Vicenzo Maria ROMEO University of Palermo & School of Specialization in Psychoanalytic and Groupanalytic Psychotherapy (SPPGP), Italy

Abstract:

This article explores the distinctive psychological and social characteristics of Post Digital Generation. The core psychoanalytic challenge for these generation is the question of identity - how to define and construct it in meaningful way. Psychoanalysis offers valuable insights into this issue, particularly through the concept of subjectivation, which involves the development of an autonomous ego and the creation of a personal psychic space. Key functions of the subject include self-creation, self-belonging, freedom, shared illusion, and the ability to form psychic ties. Insecure attachment and inadequate mentalization processes with caregivers can hinder subjectivation, leading to defensive mechanisms such as alexithymia and narcissistic traits. Understanding these aspects is crucial for clinicians, highlighting the need for further research into the pathogenesis of subjectivation and its implications for identity formation in contemporary society.

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Article’s history: Received 10th of May, 2024; Revised 29th of May, 2024; Accepted for publication 2nd of June, 2024; Available online: 4th of June, 2024; Published as research article in Volume II, Issue 2.

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Romeo, V. M. (2024). Pathogenesis of subjectivation in Post Digital Generation. Journal of Contemporary Approaches in Psychology and Psychotherapy, Volume II, Issue 2, 25 – 52. https://doi.org/10.57017/jcapp.v2.i2.02

Conflict of Interest Statement: The author declares that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest. Given that Romeo, V. M., who serves as Editor-in-Chief, is an author of this manuscript, strict measures were implemented to ensure full editorial independence and transparency. The manuscript was handled by an independent editor with no competing interests and was evaluated through a double-blind peer-review process. The involved editor had no access to the peer-review process and was not involved in any stage of the editorial decision-making.

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