Table 6.

Code Families associated to the subject’s position relative to Self-boundaries.

Code Families	Codes	Quot.	Description and examples of codes
	n	n
Position relative to Self-boundaries: External	8	135	The relationship with the others is narrated in terms of detachment, reciprocal independence, lack of affection, self-enhancement through external criteria. [Lack of received affection, refusal of demonstration of and requests for affection]
Position relative to Self-boundaries: internal	10	205	The relationship with the others is narrated in terms of intrusiveness of one’s own boundaries, impositions suffered by the other, failure to recognize one’s own needs due to too much involvement in the others’ needs, role reversals in the attachment bond. [Use of a personal sense of morality] [Display of an intrusive and harassing affection] [Having been subjected to impositions]
Position relative to Self-boundaries: proximity	5	159	The relationship with the others is narrated in terms of mutual respect of personal boundaries, respectful recognition of personal needs, trust in bringing the other closer to one’s personal space. [Understanding and acknowledging a personal truth] [Display of affection and proximity in terms of dedicated and appreciative love]