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affect
Definition:
Affect refers to the emotional tone or feeling associated with a psychological experience or memory. In Jungian analysis, affects are seen as signals from the unconscious, often revealing areas of conflict or repressed content. Affects can manifest as intense emotions such as fear, joy, or anger, which may be disproportionate to the immediate situation.
Example:
Recognising and exploring affective responses in therapy can reveal unconscious material that needs attention. For example, a client’s disproportionate anger toward a minor inconvenience might indicate deeper unresolved frustrations.
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