The symbolic value of sexuality in obsessive neuroses

Abstract

The study analyzes the symbolic value of sexuality in obsessive neuroses, highlighting how erotic fantasies can represent manifestations of deep psychological conflicts. Through the analysis of a clinical case involving a 27-year-old man, it emerges how obsessive thoughts, characterized by pervasive content and perversions, block the person's activity and generate anxiety. The renunciation of a coveted career for fear of failure and the complex relationship with his parents contribute to a dynamic of compulsive thinking, which, once understood, leads to a significant reduction in symptoms and a better quality of life