This article focuses on the relationship between Israeli society and Palestinian society from a psychoanalytical point of view, while emphasizing the processes taking place in the social domain. Bion’s alpha-type and beta-type elements are considered in parallel to the lack of dialogue between both societies and relating qualities of leadership to the Oedipus legend.
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