The object relations theory focuses on understanding the human being primary need for attachment. A child’s inner world is shaped by internal representations of others. According to Donald Winnicott both child’s need for attachment and need for separateness are important. However, there is a need of a holding environment, a place where a baby feels safe, protected internal and external. Children often use transitional objects when deal with separateness. Winnicott believe in order for a child to be healthy developed, the mother does not have to be perfect just be “good enough” (Holmes, 1995). During Antonio’s upbringing his mother built a safe and protected environment for him. He is attached to his mother because he is the first image he saw
