| Main Entry: | analytical psychology |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | the theory of psychopathology and the practice of psychotherapy according to the principles of Carl Jung |
| Usage: | psychology |
analytical psychology n.
The theory and method of psychoanalysis developed by Carl Jung that emphasizes the contributions of racial and cultural identity to the psychology of an individual, and the importance of achieving a balance between opposing forces within the personality.