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This article explores the constructive developmental theory of Robert Kegan and his work regarding ongoing psychological transformation in adulthood. The interview offers some interesting insights and examples of individuals constructing or self-authoring their own experiences. Kegan relates his theory and recent professional work to family counseling.

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constructive developmental theory self-authoring adult development family counseling

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Kegan, R. (1982). The evolving self.Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.

Kegan, R. (1994). In over our heads.Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.

Kegan, R. , & Lahey, L. (2001). How the way we talk can change the way we work: Seven languages for transformation. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Robert Kegan,PhD: Subject-Object Theory and Family Therapy

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