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Adlerian Theory
Suzette R. Derosier
CNDV 5311
Lamar University
Adlerian Theory Alfred Adler contributed groundbreaking theories to psychology that far surpassed his mentors and paved the way for modern psychology today. Adler was a contemporary of Sigmund Freud at the turn of the last century. Although he had great respect for Freud he felt restricted by Freud’s theories that put the cause of human behavior as constructs of biology, and that every person suffered from the same problems. Adler believed that human beings were more than mere repeating patterns physiology. Adler believed that humans created their own behaviors based on their experiences and emotions. This concept has led to an incredible field of study that encompasses every aspect of human nature, and understanding of the incredibly vast spectrum of human behavior.
The Core of Adlerian Theory
Adler believed that people form their personalities and personal characteristics based on their relationship experiences and how they choose to interpret them. All people experience inferiority to others at some level. According to how much inferiority they feel determines how they internalize their self-worth and how they portray themselves to others and what kind of lifestyle they choose. Lifestyle choices are where people begin having problems in life. Adler believed that helping people develop goals that address bad lifestyle choices can lead to improved social interests and their relationships with others.
A Holistic Approach to Therapy
Alfred Adler broke away from the theories of Freud because he believed there was more to the human psyche than just the biology that people were born with. His approach was holistic, meaning he looked at their experiences and their surroundings as what made each person a unique individual (Seligman and Reichenberg, 2014). Adler believed that humans behave according to their experiences, not biology. From the moment people are born, until the day
Suzette R. Derosier
CNDV 5311
Lamar University
Adlerian Theory Alfred Adler contributed groundbreaking theories to psychology that far surpassed his mentors and paved the way for modern psychology today. Adler was a contemporary of Sigmund Freud at the turn of the last century. Although he had great respect for Freud he felt restricted by Freud’s theories that put the cause of human behavior as constructs of biology, and that every person suffered from the same problems. Adler believed that human beings were more than mere repeating patterns physiology. Adler believed that humans created their own behaviors based on their experiences and emotions. This concept has led to an incredible field of study that encompasses every aspect of human nature, and understanding of the incredibly vast spectrum of human behavior.
The Core of Adlerian Theory
Adler believed that people form their personalities and personal characteristics based on their relationship experiences and how they choose to interpret them. All people experience inferiority to others at some level. According to how much inferiority they feel determines how they internalize their self-worth and how they portray themselves to others and what kind of lifestyle they choose. Lifestyle choices are where people begin having problems in life. Adler believed that helping people develop goals that address bad lifestyle choices can lead to improved social interests and their relationships with others.
A Holistic Approach to Therapy
Alfred Adler broke away from the theories of Freud because he believed there was more to the human psyche than just the biology that people were born with. His approach was holistic, meaning he looked at their experiences and their surroundings as what made each person a unique individual (Seligman and Reichenberg, 2014). Adler believed that humans behave according to their experiences, not biology. From the moment people are born, until the day
References: Seligman, L., and Reichenberg, L.W. (2014). Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Systems, Strategies and Skills. 4th Edition. Pearson, Boston, MA.