The Relevance of the Concept of Psychic Energy in Contemporary Psychology

The article focuses on the historical development and contemporary research in the fields of bioelectrical processes and psychic energy, emphasizing their significance in medicine and psychology. Special attention is given to Luigi Galvani’s contribution, who discovered bioelectrical activity through experiments on animals, leading to the concept of galvanization — the therapeutic use of electricity. The article also examines ideas of psychic energy introduced by Sigmund Freud, who defined libido as a form of psychic energy, and Carl Jung, who expanded the concept to include spiritual aspects. Additionally, modern approaches such as Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s theory of "flow" are discussed, exploring the relationship between psychic energy and states of productivity and well-being. The author emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in further research on these topics and the importance of standardizing terminology to ensure the scientific and clinical applicability of the concept of psychic energy in contemporary studies and practice.