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The patient is admitted to the hospital with right lower quadrant pain and nausea and vomiting.The patient had a low-grade fever.A diagnosis of acute appendicitis is made,and the patient is taken to the OR for removal of the appendix via open approach.


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Good Enough Mothering

A concept in psychoanalytic theory referring to an approach to parenting that is attuned to the child's needs, supportive, but not perfect, allowing for healthy development.

Holding Environment

In psychotherapy, a supportive and safe space created by the therapist that facilitates emotional healing and growth.

Margaret Mahler

A psychoanalyst known for her work on child development, especially regarding the separation-individuation process of infancy and early childhood.

David Winnicott

A British pediatrician and psychoanalyst best known for his work on the concept of the "good enough mother" and the transitional object.

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