Modal Logic in Integrative Philosophical Practice

Authors

  • Aleksandar Fatić University of Belgrade, Institute for Philosophy and Social Theory

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2298/FID2303424F

Keywords:

Psychoanalysis, philosophical practice, Jung, Lacan, “spirit of the depth”, dream psychology, trust

Abstract

The paper discusses the differences between a practical emphasis on binary logic on the one hand, and modal logic, on the other, specifically in the fields of philosophical practice and psychotherapy. Although studies of practical applications of modal logic in the helping professions are recent, the discussion largely revolves around the controversial application of modality in psychotherapy by C.G. Jung and Lacan’s psychoanalysis. The present argument touches on some of the conceptual dilemmas associated with the relationship between logical modality, intuition and scientificity in psychotherapy, all of which are a part of the philosophical foundation of psychotherapy.

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Published

27.09.2023

How to Cite

Fatić, A. (2023) “Modal Logic in Integrative Philosophical Practice”, Filozofija i društvo/Philosophy and Society. Belgrade, Serbia, 34(3), pp. 424–437. doi: 10.2298/FID2303424F.