MACP 402 - Intro Adlerian Psy & Psychopathlogy

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Introduction to Adlerian Psychology and Psychotherapy covers the major principles of Adlerian or Individual Psychology. Students learn the theoretical principles as a basis for understanding each individual’s creation of a “unique style of life” or personality. This course will address cognitive, affective, social, cultural, and diversity aspects in the individual’s formation of their view of self, others, and the world. The social nature of people, individual creativity, holism, purposive behavior, family system, memory, and private logic are among the theoretical principles that will be explored. This course also includes thorough examination of Adler’s futuristic principle of Gemeinschaftsgefuhl and its potential impact on both individuals and mankind.