Abstract
The problems faced by immigrants during the absorption process are multidimensional and require a systematic approach. According to the authors' theoretical perspective and clinical experience, two main principles determine the "facets" of absorption: search activity and self-esteem. The paper begins with a definition of search activity and its relationship to self-esteem and then discusses intrapsychic and environmental blocks to search activity and their effect on self-esteem. The paper concludes with a therapeutic approach toward restoration of search activity and self-esteem.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 40-49 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Israel Journal of Psychiatry and Related Sciences |
| Volume | 33 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| State | Published - 1996 |
| Externally published | Yes |
