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It is not the existence of depressive symptomology, but understanding the function and effect that should be central in how to best support patients. Even in cases of milder depression, phase-of-life issues, or adjustment-related depressive episodes, the myth of a magical pill, here an antidepressant, appeals to the human desire for cessation of whatever unpleasantness may be arising. As a collective, clinicians may be placating clients’ psychological defenses and natural desire to suppress or dissociate at the expense of allowing a soulful opportunity to work through and resolve challenges. Utilizing a primarily hermeneutic approach, the author contemplates various studies supporting psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, and combined therapies. Ultimately, the case is made for decision-making processes that place higher value on the greater context of potential soul opportunities for resolution and healing as well as individuation and growth.
Advisor: | Steffora, Thomas |
Commitee: | Elliot, Jemma, Steffora, Thomas |
School: | Pacifica Graduate Institute |
Department: | Counseling Psychology |
School Location: | United States -- California |
Source: | MAI 57/05M(E), Masters Abstracts International |
Source Type: | DISSERTATION |
Subjects: | Pharmacology, Counseling Psychology, Clinical psychology, Spirituality |
Keywords: | Depth psychology, Existential psychotherapy, Psychopharmacology, Soul opportunity, Spiritual curriculum, Spiritual psychology |
Publication Number: | 10750296 |
ISBN: | 978-0-355-86863-0 |