O PROCESSO DE PARENTALIZAÇÃO E SEUS ATUAIS IMPASSES.

Abstract

This study aims to understand the complexity and the richness of the elements that come together for the construction of parenthood, from the psychoanalytic theory approach, using the descriptive method of Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) and, above all, a case study. The results highlighted the psychic level, the importance of primary narcissism, the psychic transmissions that goes through the generations, and the reminiscence of childhood history of the parents. In a historical, social and cultural level, were evidenced impasses resulting from the breakdown of traditional paradigms – haunting contradictions and uncertainties – and still the individualistic logic and prevailing hedonistic. This context led to profound upheavals in the structure and family functioning, marked by the change in mindset of parents and of the postmodern woman, by the inversion of roles and the consequent imbalance of parental investment. Finally, highlighted that parents sufficiently good ensure a space of transcription and transformation to their heir, thanks to their psychological resources able to face adequately the needs of the environment and pull away themselves both of the compulsory repetition of transgenerational purposes as of the illusory attempt of refuse them. Therefore, it is a process that began in its own early childhood where certainly had been granted a satisfactory maternal care. Otherwise, still remain to parents, to find in the relation with child, a shelter to such repairs.