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The author briefly traces the discoveries and development of transference, ego psychology, and character formation. Following Sullivan and Fromm, character structure is defined as 'the defensive reactions developed around transference and strengthened by repeated life experience.' Case material illustrates that patients need to be shown not only the history of their transference distortions but also their defensive value.