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Psychodynamic Roots of Impatience

November 01, 2024 - by Brian Sedgeley - in psychology

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The Roots of Impatience: Exploring a Psychodynamic Perspective Impatience is a feeling we all know too well—whether it’s waiting in line, waiting for a promotion, or waiting for an emotional breakthrough in therapy. The feeling often leads to frustration, irritation, or even anger. But impatience, from a psychodynamic perspective, is more than just an emotional

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An abstract watercolor painting depicting influential psychodynamic theorists, including Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, Alfred Adler, Melanie Klein, Donald Winnicott, John Bowlby, Heinz Kohut, Jacques Lacan, and Enrique Pichon-Rivière. The figures are suggested without distinct facial features, engaging in a fluid, dynamic interaction. The background blends elements of a tranquil garden and a classic study room with abstract shapes and colors, symbolizing their contributions to psychodynamic psychotherapy in a harmonious and thoughtful atmosphere.

Who Are the Biggest Thinkers in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?

August 12, 2024 - by Brian Sedgeley - in psychology

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Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a cornerstone of modern mental health treatment, rooted in the theories of the unconscious mind and the complexities of human behavior. This approach has evolved significantly over time, thanks to the contributions of many influential thinkers. Here, we explore some of the most significant figures in psychodynamic psychotherapy and their contributions to

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Social Media and Mental Health: A Psychoanalytic Perspective

April 09, 2024 - by Helen Veazey - in Health, Medical

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How technology changes society With each wave of new technology, society changes profoundly. With the invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century the dissemination of information sped up dramatically leading to increased literacy, the spread of new ideas, and the democratization of knowledge. Disruptive technologies like the telegraph and the TV have long

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A surreal painting depicting Sigmund Freud and Karl Marx engaged in conversation in a therapy office. Freud stands, appearing thoughtful, while Marx sits on a red couch, symbolizing their intellectual exchange on topics like mourning, melancholia, depression, capitalism, and alienation. The background features minimalist decor, including a chair mounted on the wall, reflecting a blend of psychoanalysis and Marxist theory, addressing themes like existential loss, autonomy, and the intersection of capitalism and mental health

Mourning, Marxism, and the Liberatory Potential of Therapy

December 05, 2023 - by Helen Veazey - in Health, Medical, psychology

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On March 1st, 2022, The White House published a memo proclaiming that we are in the midst of a national mental health crisis. It describes President Biden’s plan to address the crisis, including increasing the number of mental health workers, providing mental healthcare to professionals most prone to burnout, and regulating the internet algorithms of

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Is Freud Still Relevant?

October 05, 2023 - by Helen Veazey - in Health, Medical, psychology

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Who was Freud? Sigmund Freud, the “father of psychoanalysis,” revolutionized the field of psychology with his groundbreaking theories on the human mind. His ideas, albeit flawed, were radical and disruptive for their time. Freud’s willingness to delve into taboo subjects, particularly human sexuality, challenged societal norms and paved the way for open discussions about sexuality

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