Existential psychology

/ˌɛɡ.zɪˈstɛn.ʃəl saɪˈkɒl.ə.dʒi/ noun

Definition

A psychological approach focusing on fundamental human concerns such as meaning, freedom, death, isolation, and the search for authentic existence.

Etymology

From Latin 'existentia' (existence) + Greek 'psychologia.' Psychology of existence and being.

Kelly Says

Existential psychology tackles the big scary questions — What's the meaning of life? How do I face death? Am I truly free? It says confronting these honestly leads to authentic living.

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