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Albert Rabin Obituary
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for Albert Rabin
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December 15, 2010
During the time I was a clinical graduate student at Michigan State University, Dr. Albert Rabin was widely regarded as a tough professor. I got to know him first as a student in his courses and later during individual supervision through the MSU Psychological Clinic. Dr. Rabin was a complex man, who wanted his students to be thoughtful and precise in their understanding of psychopathology and the use of projective techniques. During supervision, I learned much about the wide range of projective techniques, their usefulness and interpretation in accurate diagnosis. As a second-year graduate student, I remember well the times I responded with a vague or speculative answer to one of his questions; in his gruff and sometimes stern voice, he would say, “Try it again.” After many supervisions, I learned the importance of being specific and focused in my description of symptoms and portraying an accurate understanding of the proper use of projective material. As a teacher, Dr. Rabin helped me move away from clinical generalizations to accurate interpretation. I valued his book “Projective Techniques in Personality Assessment” which was a hallmark integration of the early pioneers of projective techniques in personality assessments. Dr. Rabin was a role model and mentor who helped hone my critical thinking ability and my development as a psychologist. As a person he conveyed the character of a skilled clinician and provided significant glimpses into the factors that contributed to his development. I am grateful for his influence in my life.
Jean Wilkinson, Ph.D.
November 5, 2010
Carol and I enjoyed the Kresge trip to Turkey that the Rabins took. Al and "B
had interesting comments to make about almost everything we saw; asked great questions; and were wonderful traveling companions.
Alan and Carol Fisher
Marvin S Kaplan
October 25, 2010
Dr. Rabin was an exceptional man who was an outstanding model for his students.
Sometimes gruff other times warm and supportive of others. The longer I knew the more I appreciated him.
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