PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Description: This presentation will examine contemporary psychoanalytic thinking about aggression, consider how societal violence influences identity and self-understanding, and explore how experiences of trauma and war can fuel desires for revenge, even among individuals who hold deeply humanistic values. The program aims to deepen clinicians' understanding of the psychological impact of violence and the ways traumatic experiences can contribute to cycles of abuse and aggression.
CME Objectives:
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Examine current theory of aggression and distinguish it from previous theories, such as Ferenczi’s concept of Identification with the Aggressor.
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Describe the intergenerational impact of societal violence on self-representations.
- Explain how desires for revenge are kindled even among peaceful, religious individuals when confronted with the horrors of war.
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PRESENTER BIOGRAPHY
Nanette C. Auerhahn, PhD is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in private practice in Beachwood, OH; faculty member and chair of education committee, Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center; since 2020 co-chair with Ira Brenner of the American Psychoanalytic Association’s annual discussion group on Effects of the Holocaust and Genocide on Survivors and Their Families
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (MDT)
Location: Lowry Conference Center located at 1061 Akron Way, Denver, CO 80230. There is plenty of free, accessible parking around the Conference Center. The lecture will NOT be livestreamed.
Cost:
- DPS Members: $30
- Non-DPS Members: $45
- Students: $10
Guest Registration: Guests may be added to a DPS Member, Non-DPS Member, or Student registration for $10. Credit is not available for guests.
Registration: Registration is required and will close on October 2nd. The cancellation policy is listed below.
Credit Note: Registration is required for CME credit. Guest registrations are not eligible for credit.
Donations: Consider including a donation with your registration to ensure programs like this continue to reach our community. Even a small gift creates a big impact. We are grateful for your support!
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CME INFORMATION
1.5 CME credits available
CME Certificates: In order to receive a CME certificate, the attendee must: pre-register, pay in full, attend the session, and complete an evaluation. A link to the online evaluation will be sent after the program and must be completed within one week. Certificates will be sent out within two weeks of the program to allow for evaluations to be completed.
ACCME Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of American Psychoanalytic Association and Denver Psychoanalytic Society. The American Psychoanalytic Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The American Psychoanalytic Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosure Statement
The APsA CE Committee has reviewed the materials for accredited continuing education and has determined that this activity is not related to the product line of ineligible companies and therefore, the activity meets the exception outlined in Standard 3: ACCME's identification, mitigation and disclosure of relevant financial relationship. This activity does not have any known commercial support.
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POLICIES
Confidentiality: During all programs, we will follow rules of confidentiality for clinical case material including disguising identifying information. Please do not discuss any case material outside of this program. Recording without authorization is prohibited.
Cancellation: While we understand that plans can change unexpectedly, our program arrangements and financial commitments are finalized in advance. For this reason, we cannot issue refunds for cancellations made within 10 days of the program. Thank you for understanding.
Photography Notice: By registering for this event, I hereby acknowledge and agree that the Denver Psychoanalytic Society (DPS) or its agents may take photographs and recordings for DPS purposes, including but not limited to news, publicity, and fundraising purposes, without further compensation to me. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the DPS.
