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psychoanalysis

DEFINITIONS OF: psychoanalysis

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n a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud

“his physician recommended psychoanalysis”
Synonyms:
analysis, depth psychology
Types:
hypnoanalysis
the use of hypnosis in conjunction with psychoanalysis
Type of:
psychotherapy
the treatment of mental or emotional problems by psychological means
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