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Section 3. Theory

In Support of the Second-Order Functional Model

Pages 178-183
Published online: 28 Dec 2017
 
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Based on studies of attachment-separation-individuation needs, this article justifies the functional subforms considered in the usual functional model of ego states, that is, in the usual second-order functional model derived from the primary ego states model or first-order functional model. This article also justifies the functional subdivision of the Adult according to these studies.

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Jorge Oller-Vallejo

Jorge Oller-Vallejo is certified in psychology by the University of Barcelona and is a Certified Transactional Analyst (clinical) in the ITAA and EATA. He is a psychotherapist and organizational consultant.