Logos
Logos (Medicine)
Logos (pronounced: /ˈloʊɡɒs/; from Ancient Greek: λόγος, romanized: lógos) is a term that, while not directly used in the medical field, has implications in the study of psychology and psychotherapy. In these contexts, it refers to the principle of reason and judgement, associated with the animus.
Etymology
The term "logos" is derived from the Ancient Greek word λόγος, which translates to "word," "speech," "account," "reason," or "principle." In the context of psychology and psychotherapy, it is used to denote the rational aspect of the human psyche, often contrasted with the emotional or instinctual aspects.
Use in Medicine
In the field of medicine, particularly in psychology and psychotherapy, the concept of logos is used to understand and explain the rational aspect of human behavior. It is often used in contrast with pathos, which represents the emotional and instinctual aspects of behavior. Understanding the balance and interplay between logos and pathos can be crucial in diagnosing and treating psychological disorders.
Related Terms
- Psychotherapy: A general term referring to therapeutic interaction or treatment contracted between a trained professional and a patient, family, couple, or group.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Pathos: In psychology, pathos represents the emotional and instinctual aspects of human behavior.
- Animus: In Jungian psychology, the animus is the unconscious masculine side of a woman.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Logos
- Wikipedia's article - Logos
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