Table 1.
Derivation of the topics for a positive “essential communication” with wide applicability.
| Basic Psychological Needs | Traumatic | Topics of |
|---|---|---|
| (according to K. Grawe) | “essential communication” | |
| Relationship and | Abandonment | Company |
| Belonging | Inability to express oneself | Contact |
| Pleasure Gain and | Pain, Suffering | Comfort |
| Prevention of Displeasure | ||
| Orientation and | Chaos | Information |
| Control | Dependence | Control |
| Helplessness | Instructions | |
| Self-Esteem and | Degradation | Respect |
| Self-Protection | Fear, Threat | Safety |
| Injury | Care, Healing |