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analysand

 

[ หˆรฆn.ษ™.laษช.zรฆnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

psychology term

An analysand is an individual undergoing analysis or psychotherapy. This term is typically associated with the psychoanalytic process where the analysand is encouraged to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. The aim is to gain insight and promote healing through a structured dialogue with the analyst. The analysand's role is central to the therapeutic relationship, actively engaging in the process of self-discovery. Analysis can help the analysand in understanding their past and how it influences their present.

Synonyms

client, patient, subject

Examples of usage

  • The analysand expressed deep feelings during the session.
  • In therapy, the analysand often uncovers hidden emotions.
  • The analysand's progress was evident over several months.

Translations

Translations of the word "analysand" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น anรกlise

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคถเฅเคฒเฅ‡เคทเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Analyse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ analisis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฝะฐะปั–ะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ analiza

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅˆ†ๆž

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท analyse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ anรกlisis

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท analiz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ„์„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญู„ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ analรฝza

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ analรฝza

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†ๆž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ analiza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ greining

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒœแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ analiz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ anรกlisis

Etymology

The term 'analysand' originates from the Latin prefix 'analy-' relating to analysis or breaking down, and the suffix '-and' which indicates a person involved in a process. It has been used in psychoanalysis since the early 20th century, particularly in the works of influential figures such as Sigmund Freud and Jacques Lacan. The concept embraces the therapeutic relationship where the analysand engages with the analyst to explore the psyche deeply. This term highlights the active involvement of the individual in the therapeutic process, differentiating them from mere patients who might passively receive treatment. The word emphasizes the dynamic nature of psychotherapy, where the analysand contributes to their healing journey.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,444 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.