Alfred
Adler:
Adler (1870- 1937) agreed with Freud about the importance of childhood but in a different way. Adler believed that childhood was essential for developing socially, not sexually.
Adler:
Adler (1870- 1937) agreed with Freud about the importance of childhood but in a different way. Adler believed that childhood was essential for developing socially, not sexually.
Inferiority complex
Adler believed that personality difficulties were a result of feeling inferior and not being allowed to fulfill needs of self-assertion. From this theory and the studies behind it Adler developed the term inferiority complex. His theory was rooted in four concepts: the development of personality, striving towards superiority, psychological health, and the unity of personality. Alfred felt that people are constantly trying to obtain superiority in their life no matter what the circumstance.
Childhood experiences often affect Adler's theory of inferiority. An inferiority complex can develop from discouragement or failure. Those who have the personality that requires attention and approval are prone to developing an inferiority complex.
Childhood experiences often affect Adler's theory of inferiority. An inferiority complex can develop from discouragement or failure. Those who have the personality that requires attention and approval are prone to developing an inferiority complex.