Analysands

/ə.ˈnæl.ə.sændz/ noun

Definition

Plural of analysand; multiple people undergoing psychoanalysis.

Etymology

Simple plural form of 'analysand.' The term became more common as psychoanalysis spread from Vienna throughout the 20th century.

Kelly Says

Freud's analysands included some famous intellectuals, and their treatment sessions became the basis for many of his theories—meaning his ideas came directly from listening to people's innermost thoughts.

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