What is Adlerian Psychology?

Adlerian Psychology, is a therory based off the work of Alfred Adler. The Adlerian Theory is a theory of human behavior. Adler was the father to many ideas and terms we use in modern psychology today. Some of the main concepts of Adlerian Psychology address equality, civil rights, mutual respect and the importance of nurturing feelings of belonging in everyone. Adler looked at the "whole" of the individual, understanding that their are many aspects and systems that effect each of our individaul lives; family, community, religion, work, and lifestyle. Adler suggests that a person is working toward the same goal on all levels of his or her experience. Adler also believed that all behavior is taught and learned through soical interaction. As well, all behavior is goal directed and purposefull. Based on these ideas of behavior, Adler emphasied an individauls birth order, “feelings of inferiority”, striving, and encouragement.

"So what is an Adlerian? An Adlerian is a person who applies the ideas and principles of Adler in his or her work. That work might be as a doctor, a nurse, a counselor, a teacher, a principal, a business consultant, a politician, a blue-collar worker or any other occupation. Adler applied his ideas in his practice as a psychiatrist. But he also went outside his office to the schools of Vienna and to the public. He started over 20 clinics in the schools of Vienna for teachers, parents, and children to learn how to solve their problems together. He spoke frequently to the public, explaining psychological concepts that could help them in their daily lives. He wrote over 300 books and articles in an attempt to share his insights with others so that they may all live and work more cooperatively. Thatʼs what Adlerians do. They work in schools, clinics, businesses and communities. They counsel and encourage people who are most in need of encouragement. They create learning environments where children thrive because they feel a sense of belonging, and know that they are respected and challenged at the same time. They write books and training manuals that help people learn how to live together, learn together, and work together in cooperation and mutual respect."

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