Understanding the Notion of Self-Experience and Its Psychoanalytic and Cultural Implications in Working with Chinese Clients.
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| Title: | Understanding the Notion of Self-Experience and Its Psychoanalytic and Cultural Implications in Working with Chinese Clients. |
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| Authors: | Ren, Zhengjia (AUTHOR), Xie, Zhongyao (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Psychoanalytic Inquiry. 2026 Suppl 1, Vol. 46, pS25-S32. 8p. |
| Subjects: | Collective consciousness, Psychoanalysis, Self-realization, Sociocultural factors, Self-consciousness (Awareness), Relational-cultural therapy |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on the concept of "self-experience" in Chinese psychoanalysis and its cultural implications. It traces the term's emergence and development, highlighting its popularity in the Chinese psychological community as a means for individuals to explore personal growth rather than addressing specific psychological issues. The authors argue that this preference reflects a collective consciousness among Chinese people, emphasizing the de-pathologization of trauma experiences and the importance of self-awareness and development in Chinese philosophy. They caution therapists to consider the cultural and historical contexts of their clients to avoid creating new traumas during the healing process. The article also discusses the challenges of integrating Western psychological concepts into the Chinese cultural landscape, advocating for a more localized understanding of mental health practices. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on the concept of "self-experience" in Chinese psychoanalysis and its cultural implications. It traces the term's emergence and development, highlighting its popularity in the Chinese psychological community as a means for individuals to explore personal growth rather than addressing specific psychological issues. The authors argue that this preference reflects a collective consciousness among Chinese people, emphasizing the de-pathologization of trauma experiences and the importance of self-awareness and development in Chinese philosophy. They caution therapists to consider the cultural and historical contexts of their clients to avoid creating new traumas during the healing process. The article also discusses the challenges of integrating Western psychological concepts into the Chinese cultural landscape, advocating for a more localized understanding of mental health practices. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 07351690 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07351690.2025.2461633 |
