The object relation and the therapeutic approach in autism

The present article describes a therapeutic approach of a child aged 9 years, neurological treated (hydrocephalus and spine bifida) and with accentuated notes of autism. The therapeutic approach's objectives were the harmonization of the object relation along with the development of the self-image, the development of the ability to recognize and express verbally the feelings, learning of social behaviours, a better social networking. The results of this study case highlight the specificity of the object relations in autism in conjunction with the mental and developmental characteristics of the autistic children and suggest useful ways for future therapeutic interventions. (C) 2014 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.