Carl Gustav Jung

Swiss psychiatrist and psychotherapist

Carl Gustav Jung - Swiss psychiatrist and psychotherapist
Born

1875
150 years ago

Died

June 6th, 1961
63 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Switzerland

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A key figure in the development of modern psychology, contributed significantly to the understanding of the human psyche. Founded analytical psychology, emphasizing concepts such as the collective unconscious and archetypes. Developed methods like dream analysis and active imagination, influencing psychotherapy practices. Influenced various fields, including art, literature, and religion with psychological concepts.

Founded analytical psychology

Developed the concept of the collective unconscious

Introduced the idea of archetypes

Pioneered dream analysis techniques

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