Psychology: Personality Development Theory
Most of Sigmund Freud’s theories are over 100 years old
Over time, his theories have sparked controversy and disagreement Some have
stood the test of time Freud is regarded as one of the most important and
influential thinkers of the last century While most modern academics believe
he was wrong about many things, his concepts of the unconscious, his method of
free association, defense mechanisms, and the processes of talk therapy and
psychoanalysis indisputably contributed to our understanding of the human
psyche and personality
1) Discuss how the psychodynamic, genetic, or humanist
approaches have contributed to our understanding of personality
2) What important contributions did these theories make to
behavioral science?
3) Explain and evaluate key concepts and contributions
4) Gordon Allport, Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, Sigmund
Freud, and Carl Jung were the most influential psychologists of this era
Briefly discuss how each of these five contribute to the development of their
theory? Be sure to include specific examples
Use scholarly sources to support your answers Use APA
format to cite your sources Make sure to include in-text citations and a
reference list as appropriate
Limit the use of direct quotes, and do your best to
critically evaluate and synthesize the literature in your own words wherever
possible