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Therapeutic Applications

The Game of ARSE — (Antagonize, Reconcile, Stroke)

Pages 128-131
Published online: 28 Dec 2017
 
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The game of ARSE (Antagonize, Reconcile, and Stroke) is played by an individual who acts as though he believes that strokes are available only after an elaborate game involving antagonizing and then placating the proposed stroker. The game is analyzed from the point of view of several game theories. It is also compared to other games and a treatment method is described.

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Robert Ingram

Robert Ingram, MSW, a Regular Member in ITAA, is a social worker at the Veteran's Administration, and also maintains a private practice in Rochester, New York, USA.