Humanistic psychology contrasts sharply with psychodynamic theory. In the theories of Maslow, May, and Rogers, the concepts of choice, free will,

Humanistic psychology contrasts sharply with psychodynamic theory. In the theories of Maslow, May, and Rogers, the concepts of choice, free will, freedom, self-actualization, and human potential are foundational. These theorists looked for what is unique in each human. They were optimistic and concerned with both conscious and unconscious aspects of the human psyche. Respond to … Read more

Post-Freudian theorists expanded psychodynamic and psychosocial personality theories and dissented from Freud’s psychoanalytical theories in important ways.

Post-Freudian theorists expanded psychodynamic and psychosocial personality theories and dissented from Freud’s psychoanalytical theories in important ways. To learn more about this topic and to prepare for this discussion, review the following sections in Theories of Personality:  Jung’s views pertaining to personality (Ch. 4, pp. 121–122) Klein’s views of ego and superego (Ch. 5, p. … Read more