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Which psychiatrist founded individual psychology?
Which psychiatrist founded individual psychology?
- Carl Jung
- Wilhelm Wundt
- Sigmund Freud
- Alfred Adler (correct)
When were the papers and lectures on individual psychology mainly given?
When were the papers and lectures on individual psychology mainly given?
- 1925
- 1912-1914 (correct)
- Adler did not give any lectures
- 20th century
What does individual psychology focus on?
What does individual psychology focus on?
- The individual
- The patient's environment
- Both the individual and the patient's environment (correct)
- None of the above
What term did Adler initially use to describe his work?
What term did Adler initially use to describe his work?
What is the main difference between individual psychology and psychoanalysis?
What is the main difference between individual psychology and psychoanalysis?
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Founder of Individual Psychology?
Founder of Individual Psychology?
Alfred Adler founded individual psychology.
Individual Psychology timeframe?
Individual Psychology timeframe?
Papers and lectures on individual psychology were mainly given from 1912 to 1914.
Focus of Individual Psychology?
Focus of Individual Psychology?
Individual psychology focuses on both the individual and the patient's environment.
Early name of Adler's work?
Early name of Adler's work?
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Key difference: IP vs. Psychoanalysis?
Key difference: IP vs. Psychoanalysis?
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Study Notes
Foundational Facts
- Individual psychology was founded by Alfred Adler, an Austrian psychiatrist.
- Adler's key ideas and theories were disseminated through papers and lectures primarily during the 1910s and 1920s.
Core Focus of Individual Psychology
- The focus of individual psychology is on the importance of social interest and community feeling, emphasizing the individual's role within society.
- It considers the holistic nature of the person, integrating feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to understand psychological development.
Terminology
- Initially, Adler referred to his work as "Psychological Science," which later evolved into the term "individual psychology."
Comparison with Psychoanalysis
- The main difference between individual psychology and psychoanalysis lies in their emphasis on motivation; individual psychology highlights social relationships and community, whereas psychoanalysis prioritizes unconscious processes and internal drives.
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