The Family Constellation
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This edition is a new 2023 translation with an Afterword by the Translator, a philosophic index of Jung's terminology and a timeline of his life and works.
In this article Jung discusses a study of word associations within families carried out by Dr Fürst on 100 subjects from 24 families. This research, part of the work of the medical staff at the Psychiatric University Clinic Burghölzli, Zurich, categorised 22,000 associations into 15 groups based on logical-linguistic aspects. The study found significant differences in association patterns between related and unrelated subjects, suggesting that relatives tend to have similar response types. It also examined differences in associations between different family members, including parents and children, siblings and spouses, providing insights into family dynamics and influences.
The article explores the psychological implications of these findings, particularly how family environment and relationships shape individual responses and behaviour. It touches on the impact of parental relationships on children's future partner choices and the transmission of emotional states within a family. The study highlights the powerful influence of family dynamics on individual psychological development, emphasising the role of parenting and family environment in shaping personality and emotional responses. This research contributes to the understanding of the psychological impact of family constellations and the importance of considering these dynamics in therapeutic settings.
