KEY CONCEPTS IN PSYCHODYNAMIC THERAPY (E.G., UNCONSCIOUS MIND, DEFENSE MECHANISMS)

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  • Rakhmatova M.M Andijan State Medical Institute

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

Psychodynamic therapy, unconscious mind, defense mechanisms, transference, therapeutic relationship, emotional healing, self-awareness, repression, childhood experiences, anxiety, depression, personality disorders

Abstract

Psychodynamic therapy, rooted in the theories of Sigmund Freud, explores the influence of the unconscious mind, early childhood experiences, and defense mechanisms on present-day behavior. It aims to help individuals uncover repressed emotions and unresolved conflicts, facilitating emotional healing and self-awareness. This article examines key concepts in psychodynamic therapy, including the unconscious mind, defense mechanisms, transference, and the therapeutic relationship. Additionally, it discusses how these concepts contribute to the overall effectiveness of psychodynamic therapy in treating a variety of mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.

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Published

2025-03-26

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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KEY CONCEPTS IN PSYCHODYNAMIC THERAPY (E.G., UNCONSCIOUS MIND, DEFENSE MECHANISMS). (2025). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 4(2), 315-320. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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