regressive reconstructive approach

a technique in psychotherapy in which the client is encouraged to reexperience with emotional intensity traumatic situations. Through such concurrent or subsequent mechanisms as transference and interpretation, the approach is posited to help bring about development of greater emotional adaptation and maturity in the client.

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Psychology term of the day

February 18th 2025

underachiever

n. a person who consistently achieves below his or her demonstrated capacity. Underachievement may be specific to an area of study or work, or it may be general. It is more prevalent among boys than girls and is quite common in bright and even gifted children. It is also prevalent among average students and children with special needs. Compare overachiever.