The core of Fairbairn’s theory is the concept of?
Anxiety reduction
Shared reality
Splitting of the ego
Internalized objects
Answer
The core of Fairbairn's object relations theory is the concept of internalized objects, referring to the way individuals unconsciously internalize and relate to significant others from childhood. These internalized objects represent mental representations of early attachment figures and shape an individual's emotional experiences, behaviors, and interpersonal relationships throughout life.
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