Adlerian Theory
psychodynamic psychology
This approach focuses on problems related to the psychosexual stages of development.
Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and Alfred Adler are well-known figures associated with the psychodynamic approach. Freud is considered the founder of psychoanalysis, while Jung and Adler also made significant contributions to the development of psychodynamic theory.
Liberals champion a humanistic and nonmilitary approach to
Psychoanalytic/psychodynamic perspective
The psychodynamic approach explains behavior as being primarily influenced by unconscious drives and conflicts. It emphasizes the role of childhood experiences and how these shape adult personality and behavior. It also considers the impact of defense mechanisms in regulating one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Developmental approach and Psychodynamic perspective
The therapist engages the client in face-to-face manner
The Modigliani Miller approach assumes that it does not matter how a business or corporation is financed.
The humanistic psychodynamic approach to counseling combines insights from both humanistic and psychodynamic theories, promoting self-awareness and personal growth while addressing unconscious influences. Advantages include fostering deep emotional insight, enhancing self-acceptance, and building a strong therapeutic relationship. However, disadvantages may involve the potential for lengthy therapy processes and the challenge of integrating both perspectives effectively, which can lead to confusion or inconsistency in treatment. Additionally, some clients might find the approach too abstract or subjective for their needs.
The psychodynamic approach is used in health and social care to explore unconscious factors that may influence behavior and emotions. It helps professionals understand patients' past experiences and how they impact current mental health issues. Through therapies like psychoanalysis, individuals can gain insight into their thoughts and feelings to promote healing and personal growth.
Biomedicine attempts to fix problems in the body by working on the body itself. Psychodynamic approaches attempt to fix problems in the body by working on the mind. A more comprehensive method would be to combine both methods to fix the body (mind included) as a whole.