individuation
[/ˌɪndɪˌvɪdʒuˈeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: individuações
individuação
1. The process of becoming an individual; the development of individual characteristics or identity distinct from others or from a group
The individuation process begins in childhood as children develop their own personalities.
O processo de individuação começa na infância quando as crianças desenvolvem suas próprias personalidades.
2. In Jungian psychology, the process of integrating unconscious elements of the psyche to achieve psychological wholeness and self-realization
Jung believed individuation was essential for achieving psychological maturity and personal growth.
Jung acreditava que a individuação era essencial para alcançar a maturidade psicológica e o crescimento pessoal.
3. In philosophy, the principle or process by which something becomes individual or distinct
The individuation of objects in space requires understanding their distinguishing properties.
A individuação de objetos no espaço requer a compreensão de suas propriedades distintivas.
This term is particularly prevalent in psychological and academic discourse, especially in discussions of Jungian psychology. In Brazil, it is commonly used in psychology programs and therapeutic contexts. In the USA, 'individuation' is a cornerstone concept in developmental and analytical psychology, reflecting the cultural emphasis on individualism and personal growth.
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