Dynamic psychiatry
Dynamic Psychiatry
Dynamic Psychiatry (pronunciation: dy·nam·ic psy·chi·a·try) is a branch of psychiatry that focuses on the internal mental and emotional processes of individuals, rather than solely on their observable behaviors.
Etymology
The term "Dynamic Psychiatry" is derived from the Greek word "dynamis" which means power or force, and the Greek word "psyche" which means soul or mind. The term "iatros" means healer or doctor. Thus, Dynamic Psychiatry can be interpreted as the healing or treatment of the mind's power or force.
Definition
Dynamic Psychiatry is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes the importance of individual's internal processes, such as feelings, thoughts, and unconscious drives, in understanding and treating mental health disorders. It is based on the premise that an individual's behavior and mental state are heavily influenced by their internal dynamics, including their past experiences and unconscious mind.
Related Terms
- Psychoanalysis: A therapeutic approach developed by Sigmund Freud that seeks to bring unconscious or deeply buried thoughts and feelings to the conscious mind.
- Psychodynamics: The study of the interrelationship of various parts of the mind, personality, or psyche as they relate to mental, emotional, or motivational forces, especially at the unconscious level.
- Psychotherapy: A general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist or other mental health provider.
- Unconscious Mind: The part of the mind that is inaccessible to the conscious mind but that affects behavior and emotions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dynamic psychiatry
- Wikipedia's article - Dynamic psychiatry
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