THE AGGRESSOR AND THE CIRCUMSTANCIES FACING ABUSIVE RELATIONS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF GESTALT-THERAPY

Abstract

The abusive relationship can be considered as an excess of power and control, in the objectification of the other, regardless of the applied violence (physical, psychological, sexual and others) and the type of affective relationship. Thus, this study aims to unveil the circumstances present in abusive relationships in intimate hetero-affective relationships in view of the aggressor's figure from the perspective of Gestalt-Therapy. Thus, the study is not intended to justify, but rather to understand these acts. In this regard, correlating the theme to the gestalt approach, which is based on the view of man as a subject in relation to the world, which can only be apprehended through a holistic look, and an individual who seeks balance and self-realization, organizing naturally to achieve your preferences and satisfy your needs through transitions with the environment. To these factors, we sought to answer the following research problem: Is it possible to unveil the phenomenon of abusive relationships in intimate hetero-affective relationships in view of the aggressor's figure, from the perspective of the Gestalt-Therapy approach? In this sense, from a qualitative approach, a literature review research was carried out in scientific databases on online platforms. Thus, the results presented in the units of analysis showed that under some circumstances, there are: drug use, stereotyped view of the male figure, lack of information regarding the laws and consequences of abusive acts committed, lack of contact with you., difficulties in verbal and emotional expression, dysfunctional adjustment, among others. It is then considered that the subject who commits violent acts may present psychological suffering and lack of clarity regarding the consequences of their acts, as well as the lack of contact with themselves and with the environment.