Purchase Solution

Freud versus Adler

Not what you're looking for?

Ask Custom Question

Hello, I need some help with these 2 questions please :-)
Also, I will be posting a separate paper I need help with.

Thank you.

Attachments
Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary

Theories of Freud versus Adler are investigated briefy.

Solution Preview

I offer notes for you to formulate your own conclusions. Please rate 5/5 for my effort.

1. I believe that Freud valued the therapeutic technique of psychoanalysis the most. Because he saw psychoanalysis as a universal application that could be used to all people, he emphasized the power of the unconscious to unlock the barriers to successful therapy.

Because his psychoanalytic theory infuses the power of the id, the ego, and the superego, he saw these elements and instincts as the basis for all causes of behaviors. His emphasis also upon the role of dreams and their interpretations also revealed that he was more theory driven than client focused for me.

On their other hand, I personally disagree with his approach. I deem that a client/therapist relationship has more merit ...

Solution provided by:
Stacy Shaneyfelt, MA
Education
  • BS , Slippery Rock University
  • MA, Slippery Rock University
Recent Feedback
  • "thk u"
  • "Thank you. Posted one more.. if you are online pls help. "
  • "thk u"
  • "thk u"
  • "thnk you"
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
Key Psychology Theories and their Developers

Match which psychologist developed and/or contributed to which theory.

How can you tell if your loved one is suicidal?

This is a small quiz to help determine if a loved one is suicidal and what steps should be taken to help stop suicide.

A Review of Qualitative and Quantitative methodologies

This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Knowing the difference between the two can help in making the important decision of which to use when conducting research.

V Axis Diagnostic Tool

It's important for all therapists to know what the V Axis Diagnostic tool is and how to use it. This quiz should be taken by learners who are not familiar with the V Axis Diagnostic Tool or who need to refresh their knowledge.

Childhood Disorders (Axis 1)

This quiz is designed to test one's knowledge on childhood Principle Disorders found in the DSM-IV (1994). This is a good quiz for those who wish to pursue a career in child assessment or child development. Good luck.

View More Free Quizzes
Related BrainMass Solutions

  • Freud vs. Adler: Psychotherapies

    655202 Freud vs. Adler: Psychotherapies Compare and contrast psychoanalytic psychotherapies and Adlerian psychotherapy. How are they the same? How are they different?

  • Therapy Theories

    Adler: was also in disagreement with Freud over the importance of sexuality in personality development.

  • Contrast of Freud, Jung, and Adler parallels

    326050 Freud, Jung, and Adler parallels are noted. Compare and contrast the psychoanalytic theories of Freud, Jung, and Adler. What are two characteristics of these theories with which you agree? What are two characteristics with which you disagree?

  • Falsifiability in Psychology

    Freud and Adler did agree on fundamental personality characteristics, are born within the first six years of life (Fisher, 2001).

  • Classic Psychology Theorists

    Identify one of the classic theorists, (Freud, Adler or Jung) that most appeals to you and outline the basic concepts of their theory. Construct a 250-300 word post including the following points. 2).

  • Theoretical Explanations of the Causes of Depression

    Let's go with the first three: Freud, Jung, and Adler: (1) Freud: The Psychodynamic View (a) Causes The psychodynamic view of depression, authored by Freud, anchors on the principle of loss.

  • Neo-Freudian Theories: Adler, Jung, Horney and Erikson

    Karen Horney (1885-1952): Like Adler, Horney dealt with the conscious mind as opposed to the unconscious, like Freud and Jung. Horney's theory offered a different way of viewing neurosis.

  • Theories of Individual and Interpersonal Psychology

    ., Freud) that certain biological and psychological factors or predictable patterns determined one's personality.

  • Audrey Hepburn: personality theories

    Like Freud, Adler further focused on the role of childhood tensions, as evident from her parents' divorce and the war's harsh exposure that she endured.

View More Related Solutions