A Few Observations Concerning A Psychoanalytical Cure Of An Adolescent

Based on a cure of a diabetic adolescent who refuses to take her medicine correctly, we will show how - psychoanalysis allows this patient to free herself of blocks associated with the medical discourse. The function of repetition will be highlighted through two series of recurring dreams; the link between repetition and enjoyment (puissance) will also be examined. Furthermore, this paper will call attention to the way psychoanalysis brings to light a subject's identifications, allowing him to set his sights on his desire by getting rid of certain symptoms which sign away his future.…