In this lesson, we explore the:
- Psychodynamic theory (Freud)
- the theory of the collective unconscious (Jung)
- the theory of the Individual (Adler), and
- the social development theory (Karen Horney)
After reviewing each of the above theories, choose one theory and theorist and answer the following questions in a paragraph essay format:
Using a word processor, complete the following:
- Choose one of the above theorists and his or her theory and explain how you can apply that theory to your life.
- Why have you chosen this theory? Please provide personal examples.
- If you could ask your chosen theorist a question about his or her theory, what would it be?
- Why is this question important to you?
- After reviewing this week’s learning activities and text material, we have learned: 1) Freud’s model of personality, including the id, ego, and superego 2) Neo-Freudian psychoanalytic theories and key concepts 3) trait perspectives including the theorist and key concepts 4) social-cognitive perspectives including the theorist and key concepts 5) humanistic theories including the theorist and key concepts.
- **Please choose one of the above models, and define the theory and theorists.
- Which theory do you believe is the most credible? Why?
Your assignment should be a minimum of one to two well-composed paragraphs. Each paragraph should include 5-7 insightful sentences.
Reference
Nevid, J. S. (2013). Psychology: Concepts and applications (4th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.