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Section 5. Brief Communication

Primary and Secondary Gains from Games

Pages 190-192
Published online: 28 Dec 2017
 
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The primary gain from a game is the defensive function it provides. Analyzing a game only in terms of its secondary “gains from illness” may induce a profound state of despair in the patient. This article addresses the futility of analyzing games in terms of secondary gains alone.

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Ken Woods

Ken Woods is currently semiretired, having closed down most of his private practice. He formerly retired from conducting treatment in residential treatment facilities and sometimes consults in the area of residential treatment. Currently he is pursuing his interest in writing and clinical research.