PSY 3303 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Only Child, Unconscious Mind, Heredity

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Individual psych adler"s term to describe theory. Attempt to overcome inferiority complex, method of maintaining self-worth: overcompensation with arrogance. (counter-act feelings of inferiority), obnoxious, vain, boastful -> rejection, leads to feeding inf complex, vicious circle. Achievements will help with capacity to overcome inferiority complex. Innate potential to live in harmony with others and aspire to the development of a perfect society. (want to be a better person makes a better society. ) Well-adjusted people will consider the wants/needs of others. Maladjusted people will strive for personal glory, not caring about other people. First years of life important to personality development. Parenting large part of this, not intrinsic derived source. Suggests helping child overcome the obstacle themselves, rather than doing it for them. Neglected children might have trust/intimacy problems as they grow up. Lived as favoured" child for some time, need to deal with not being the sole focus of attention.

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