An essential foundation for any diagnostic or therapeutic intervention in cases of incest is the understanding of the largely unconscious psychodynamics of the individuals involved and the entire family system. Therefore, in this new edition, the author shifts the focus of the presentation to the psychodynamics occurring within families. The book encourages a psychoanalytic discussion of the tension between real incestuous trauma and its intrapsychic processing. Numerous case examples simplify the understanding of the psychodynamics underlying incest. From the reviews: "This is a very readable and helpful book for therapists and counselors, not only when working with this particular group of individuals." Sexual abuse of children in the family by adults - in the third edition.