Nathan has been undergoing psychoanalysis for several months. Over the past few weeks, he has become unwilling to talk about his relationship with his father and becomes uncomfortable when thoughts of him enter his mind during therapy. What process would the therapist say is occurring?

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The process that is occurring is resistance, which refers to the patient's unwillingness or inability to discuss certain topics or experiences that may be causing discomfort or anxiety. In this case, Nathan's discomfort and avoidance of talking about his relationship with his father is an example of resistance.

Nathan Has Been Undergoing Psychoanalysis for Several Months