itsepsykologia
Itsepsykologia is a Finnish term that translates to "self-psychology." It refers to a school of thought within psychoanalysis that emerged from the work of Heinz Kohut. Kohut's theory emphasizes the development of the self and the importance of self-objects in this process. Self-objects are individuals or experiences that facilitate the development of a cohesive and stable sense of self. These can include caregivers who provide mirroring (acknowledging and validating the child's feelings), idealization (allowing the child to admire and internalize strengths), and twinship (providing a sense of belonging and similarity).
The core idea of itsepsykologia is that psychological difficulties, such as narcissism, depression, and anxiety, often