Vocabulary for mental health and psychology in German

Here you will learn words for mental health and psychology such as depression, therapist, relaxation, and meditation, prepared for B2 learners.

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die Verwirrung [noun]

confusion

Ex:

There was confusion about the date.

der Therapeut [noun]

therapist

Ex:

Every Thursday I go to the therapist.

der Zusammenbruch [noun]

breakdown

Ex:

After the bad news, he had an emotional breakdown.

prägen [Verb]

to shape

Ex:

Language shapes thinking.

ausgeglichen [Adjective]

balanced

Ex:

Children need balanced parents.

die Geborgenheit [noun]

security

Ex:

Emotional security is the foundation of a happy childhood.

das Hauptmotiv [noun]

main motive

Ex:

The primary motive for her trip was seeking new inspiration.

die Depression [noun]

depression (mental illness)

Ex:

She received therapy for her depression.

der Psychologe [noun]

psychologist

Ex:

The psychologist conducts talks to understand the problems.

der Psychiater [noun]

psychiatrist

Ex:

Many psychiatrists work in hospitals.

die Entspannung [noun]

relaxation

Ex:

Listening to music can contribute to relaxation.

die Meditation [noun]

meditation

Ex:

During meditation, one often sits still and relaxed.

runterkommen [Verb]

to calm down

Ex:

He couldn't calm down at first because he was so excited.

die Schlafstörung [noun]

sleep disorder

Ex:

Sleep disorders often lead to tiredness during the day.

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