Methodological Studies

NARRATIVE APPROACH IN THE HELPING RELATIONSHIPS

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2015-06-30
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Bojti, I., & Schéder, V. (2015). NARRATIVE APPROACH IN THE HELPING RELATIONSHIPS. Special Treatment - Interdisciplinary Journal, 1(2), 59-70. https://doi.org/10.18458/KB.2015.2.59
Abstract

The authors present a very flexible cogitative framework by using the narrative approach, which can be applied not only in a wide range of helping relationships but also in private life. They discuss the postmodern and the constructivist model which forms the basis for narrative psychology. Three cases are presented to demonstrate the potential of the method. In the first case, the narrative behind the behavior is easily detectable and can be altered in a simple manner, thus the problem can be solved. The second case encompasses a complex problem, and the instruments of narrative psychotherapy are presented here. The authors here emphasized the thoughtful use of linguistic instruments. The third case illustrates the possibility of multiple narratives for the underlying problems, and that choosing the right narrative determines the possibility for solutions. A person creates his/her own destiny when choosing the narratives, for which he/she bears the responsibility.