The Immunizing Function of Aggression (in the Couple): an article for new therapists

The Immunizing Function of Aggression (in the Couple): an article for new therapists

Adrian Perkel

Clinical Psychologist

Cape Town, South Africa

Medically reviewed by TherapyRoute
Why does love invariably get contaminated by hate and anger, which apparently sets out to destroy the initial intimacies of almost every couple? Why does anger and emotional aggression seem so endemic to the intimate dance of every love relationship?

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Adrian

Adrian Perkel

Clinical Psychologist

Cape Town, South Africa

Individual adult & couple psychotherapy and assessment. Specialises in couple psychotherapy.

Adrian Perkel is a qualified Clinical Psychologist, based in Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa. With a commitment to mental health, Adrian provides services in , including Relationship Counseling and Individual Therapy. Adrian has expertise in .