Karen Horney
Definition
Proper noun: - Karen Horney: A German-born American psychoanalyst and psychiatrist (1885-1952). She is known for her theories on neurosis, feminine psychology, and her critiques of Freudian psychoanalysis, particularly the concept of penis envy. She emphasized the role of social and cultural factors in personality development.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Karen Horney's work significantly influenced humanistic and feminist psychology.
- The therapist recommended reading Karen Horney to understand the cultural roots of anxiety.
Advanced Usage
- "Horneyan" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the theories of Karen Horney.
- The psychologist offered a Horneyan perspective on the client's need for approval.
Variants and Related Words
- Neo-Freudian: A term describing psychoanalysts, like Horney, who built upon but also diverged from Sigmund Freud's theories.
- Feminine psychology: A field to which Horney was a major contributor.
Synonyms
- Psychoanalyst, psychiatrist, theorist.
Related Phrases/Concepts
- Basic anxiety: A central concept in Horney's theory, referring to a child's feeling of isolation and helplessness in a potentially hostile world.
- Neurotic needs: Horney's description of ten irrational defenses against anxiety that become compulsive drives.
- Moving toward/against/away people: Horney's classification of neurotic coping strategies to deal with interpersonal relationships.
Noun
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United States psychiatrist (1885-1952)
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