On December 11, 2023, Fahmin Hagverdiyev, a graduate of Türkiye’s Hacettepe University, experienced doctor of Nafas Clinic, psychiatrist, was hosted by Khazar University through the coordination of Melek Karimova, the Psychology Department's coordinator. He delivered a lecture titled "Logotherapy and Existential Therapies" to the students.
During the lecture, Fahmin Hagverdiyev, the speaker, elucidated the principles of logotherapy, a psychotherapeutic approach pioneered by Austrian neuropsychiatrist Viktor Frankl. Emphasizing the significance of meaning and purpose in one's life, logotherapy aims to enhance mental and spiritual well-being. Hagverdiyev also provided a detailed exploration of the historical development and philosophy of therapies related to the topic. The primary focus of the lecture encompassed the crucial importance of logotherapy, highlighting the nuanced approaches employed by therapists in this field. The session covered key considerations for therapy sessions and outlined relevant discussion topics.
The seminar witnessed active engagement from students, fostering discussions that reiterated the contemporary relevance and importance of logotherapy in the present era.