Psychoanalytic

Pronunciation: /ˌsaɪkoʊˌænəˈlɪtɪk/

Psychoanalytic (adj)

  1. Relating to a method of understanding mental problems by looking at unconscious thoughts and early life experiences.
  2. Using ideas about hidden feelings and motives to explain behaviour, dreams, or symptoms.

Psychoanalytic (adjective)

Examples

  • The therapist used psychoanalytic ideas to explore childhood experiences.
  • Her psychoanalytic approach links the mind with early childhood memories.