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Psychodynamic refers to psychological processes developed in the individual's life since childhood and their effects on mental states and behavior.
Psychodynamic approach refers to a view developed by Freud that emphasizes Unconscious mental processes in explaining human thought, feelings, and behavior.
Psychodynamic perspective refers to the theoretical orientation in psychology that emphasizes unconscious determinants of behavior.
psychodynamic psychotherapy refers to contemporary version of Psychoanalysis that still emphasizes unconscious processes and conflicts but is briefer and more focused on specific problems.
Psychodynamic theories refer to theories developed by Freud's followers, but usually differing somewhat from Freud's original theories.
Psychodynamic therapies are therapies focused on uncovering and resolving unconscious conflicts that drive psychological symptoms. Psychodynamic therapy is likewise defined as a type of psychotherapy that draws on psychoanalytic theory to help people understand the roots of emotional distress, often by exploring unconscious motives, needs, and defenses.