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reductive and synthetic methods
Definition:
The reductive method involves tracing symptoms or issues back to their origins, often in childhood, while the synthetic method focuses on integrating unconscious material into the present psyche to promote growth. Jung used both approaches to balance insight with transformation.
Example:
Combining these methods allows therapists to address both the root causes of issues and their resolution. For instance, understanding a traumatic event (reductive) and integrating its lessons (synthetic) fosters healing.
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