Adlerian Theory



Adlerian Theory

Introduction

Adlerian theory is one of the counseling theories that address the treatment of depression through providing a basis for the therapy. The theory of Adlerian was proposed by Alfred Adler therefore, the theory is named after him. The theory focuses on the efforts of the people to compensate regarding their self perceived concept of inferiority as compared to others. These kinds of feelings may affect the position of the person in family usually when if the person is exposed to the condition of humility, particular physical condition or a lack of social contacts. The Adlerian theory focuses on the understanding of the beliefs and individual strategies with which the individuals go through in their childhood in a family system.

This paper discusses the contributions of Alfred Adlerian in modern psychology through the development of the theory of Adlerian. It also analyzes the views of Alfred Adlerian regarding the factors that influence the personality development of individuals. The practical implications of the Adlerian theory are examined through a case of a young man and a treatment plan is provided based on the Adlerian approach and perspective.

Contributions

Alfred Adler has established several clinics for the guidance of children and young men and women where he used to spend a large amount of time and efforts. He gave lectures and demonstrated his views regarding the prevention of depression and mental disorder conditions. The guidance clinics for children were attached with the schools in Vienna. The different levels of intervention proposed by him include the prevention of mental disorders through the spread of knowledge achieved through education. It is considered as the first level of intervention. After it, the level of counseling appears in the Adler's theory. There are twelve stages involved in the classical Adlerian psychotherapy. These ideas and concepts significantly relate to the modern psychology and clinical practices (Corey, 2001).

View on Personality Development

According to Alfred Adler, there are several factors that influence the personality development of individuals. The environmental factors and the social settings are identified to be the most important factors in influencing the personality development. Alfred Adler has also assessed the influence of the interactions within a family on to the development of individuals and their personalities in a family. He has also identified the mental and psychological health of the individuals who live in a family unit as family members (Corey, 2001).

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