Analytical psychology
Analytical Psychology
Analytical psychology (pronounced: /ˌænəˈlɪtɪkəl saɪˈkɒlədʒi/), also known as Jungian psychology, is a school of psychotherapy which originated in the ideas of Carl Jung, a Swiss psychiatrist. It emphasizes the importance of the individual psyche and the personal quest for wholeness.
Etymology
The term "analytical psychology" was coined by Carl Jung in the early 20th century to describe his new "science of the psyche". The word "analytical" is derived from the Greek "ἀναλύω" (analúō), meaning "I unravel, I investigate".
Key Concepts
Analytical psychology is distinguished by several key concepts, including the collective unconscious, archetypes, individuation, and synchronicity. These concepts are used to explore and understand the complex dynamics of the human psyche.
Collective Unconscious
The collective unconscious is a term coined by Jung to describe structures of the unconscious mind shared among beings of the same species. It is proposed as a level of unconscious shared with other members of the human species comprising latent memories from our ancestral and evolutionary past.
Archetypes
Archetypes are universally present themes and symbols that are part of the collective unconscious. They represent fundamental human motifs of our experience as we evolved and can be commonly found in our dreams, stories, and myths.
Individuation
Individuation is a process of psychological differentiation, having for its goal the development of the individual personality. It is a process of self-realization which helps individuals to become aware of their unique psychological reality.
Synchronicity
Synchronicity is a concept introduced by Jung to describe circumstances that appear meaningfully related yet lack a causal connection. It is a form of coincidence which is deeply meaningful and significant to the individual.
Related Terms
- Psychoanalysis
- Depth psychology
- Dream analysis
- Active imagination
- Shadow (psychology)
- Anima and animus
- Persona (psychology)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Analytical psychology
- Wikipedia's article - Analytical psychology
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