Logotherapy revives the human spirit: from despair to hope

Authors

  • Diana Veronica Pardo Ochoa Universidad César Vallejo, Perú
  • María Belén Ramón Aldáz Universidad Técnica Estatal de Quevedo, Ecuador
  • Carlos Manuel Núñez Michuy Universidad Técnica Estatal de Quevedo, Ecuador
  • Katherine Cecibel Saltos Paredes Universidad Técnica Estatal de Quevedo, Ecuador

Keywords:

logotherapy, hope, emotional well-being, resilience, purpose

Abstract

Introduction: In a world marked by hopelessness, logotherapy is emerging as a therapeutic approach that seeks to restore people's meaning in life. This study analyzes the effectiveness of logotherapy in diverse populations affected by emotional disorders. Materials and methods: Research published between 2019 and 2023 was reviewed, using rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the scientific validity of the results. The findings indicate significant improvements in the hope and emotional well-being of patients who participated in logotherapeutic interventions. Results: Studies reveal that logotherapy not only alleviates the symptoms of conditions such as depression and PTSD, but also promotes resilience and a sense of purpose in life. Discussion: Logotherapy presents itself as a valuable tool that can be applied in multiple contexts, including education and personal development, providing individuals with a path to a more meaningful and fulfilling existence. Conclusions: By addressing mental health from a meaning-centered perspective, logotherapy offers an innovative and effective approach to addressing contemporary emotional challenges.

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2025-04-20

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Pardo Ochoa, D. V., Ramón Aldáz, M. B., Núñez Michuy, C. M., & Saltos Paredes, K. C. (2025). Logotherapy revives the human spirit: from despair to hope. Maestro Y Sociedad, 22(1), 510–515. Retrieved from https://maestroysociedad.uo.edu.cu/index.php/MyS/article/view/6813

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Vol. 22 No. 1 (2025)

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