psychotherapy
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/ˌsaɪkoʊˈθɛrəpi/
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/ˌsaɪkəʊˈθɛrəpi/
mental healing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'psychotherapy' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'psyche' meaning 'soul' and 'therapeia' meaning 'healing'.
Historical Evolution
'psychotherapy' evolved from the Greek word 'psychotherapeia' and eventually became the modern English word 'psychotherapy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'healing of the soul', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'treatment of mental disorders'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the treatment of mental disorder by psychological rather than medical means.
She underwent psychotherapy to help manage her anxiety.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39