Psychodynamic models propose that unconscious thoughts, desires, and memories inaccessible to conscious awareness still primarily influence human behavior; therefore, the psychodynamic model informs the psychodynamic therapeutic approach. Over the years, psychodynamic therapy has dramatically evolved to emphasize the role of past unresolved conflicts and how they manifest themselves in shaping people's behavior and personality. Some key concepts include the following:
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