Frieda Fromm-Reichmann

Frieda Fromm-Reichmann (October 23, 1889 – April 28, 1957) was a German psychiatrist and contemporary of Sigmund Freud who immigrated to America during World War II. She is recognized as a pioneer in the use of psychoanalysis for the treatment of schizophrenia.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Fromm-Reichmann was born in Karlsruhe, Germany. She studied medicine at the University of Königsberg and later specialized in psychiatry. She was influenced by the work of Sigmund Freud and became a member of the International Psychoanalytical Association.

Career[edit | edit source]

In 1935, Fromm-Reichmann fled Nazi Germany and immigrated to the United States. She worked at the Chestnut Lodge in Rockville, Maryland, where she developed her innovative approach to treating schizophrenia through intensive psychotherapy.

Contributions to Psychiatry[edit | edit source]

Fromm-Reichmann made significant contributions to the field of psychiatry, particularly in the treatment of schizophrenia. She believed that schizophrenia was not a biological illness, but rather a reaction to a traumatic environment. Her approach to treatment was based on the belief that schizophrenic patients could be reached and helped through intensive psychotherapy.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Fromm-Reichmann's work has had a lasting impact on the field of psychiatry. Her belief in the potential for schizophrenic patients to recover through psychotherapy has influenced many subsequent theories and treatments.

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External Links[edit | edit source]

Official WikiMD page

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