British Object Relations School

The British Object Relations School is a approach within psychoanalysis that emphasizes the importance of early relationships, especially with caregivers, in shaping our mental life. It focuses on how these early bonds influence one’s sense of self and patterns of relating to others throughout life. The school highlights that our experiences with "objects" (people or aspects of ourselves) are central to understanding emotional development and mental health. Key figures include Melanie Klein and Donald Winnicott, who explored how unconscious interactions with important early figures impact our current relationships and inner world.