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Do you agree or disagree with Adler's belief that social interest is inherent in people and the ultimate standard of psychological health? Why?

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Personality Theories in terms of Adler's beliefs are debated.

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Yes, I do strongly agree with Adler's belief that social interest is inherent in people. I concur with what Adler, Vygotsky and other theorists suggest about the social nature of humans.

I feel that from birth, we definitely need and desire to form attachments with others. As a result, I feel that this highly socialized nature of humans is not only a prerequisite for a baby's physical survival, but I also see it as an integral part for optimal emotional, social, and spiritual well being at infancy and as human life progresses. Do you agree?

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