Abstract
Abstract The pursuit of self-esteem is considered a core motive in human life. The role of self-esteem maintenance in marital systems described as “devaluing-closed” and “accepting-open” is described. Negative distortions or misattributions of spousal behavior are considered as having value in maintaining individual self-esteem in a “devaluing-closed” marital system. Relevant empirical research and a clinical example of attempts to maintain self-esteem by attributing badness to spouse is presented. Several possible therapy interventions in “devaluing-closed” systems are also discussed.
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