family psychotherapy: binding
Binding is a relational mode that comes into effect (mostly covertly) in all types of relationships. In the context of the Heidelberg model, it contrasts with the expelling mode and stands at the same time in dialectical relationship to it. The binding mode is of particular importance within the context of separating parents and adolescents. Binding reflects the dominance of centripetal/centrifugal patterns.*
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*Extracted with permission from Simon, Fritz et al Language of Family Therapy - A Systemic Vocabulary and Source Book (Family Process Press Series) Paperback 1985 Family Process, Inc.