Social Interest: social interest is an important criterion for a healthy personality

Social Interest: social interest is an important criterion for a healthy personality

A key component of Adler's theory is what he calls "social interest." He maintains that social interest is an important criterion for a healthy personality. Adler also talks about inferiority and compensation in his theory of personality.

On the basis of your understanding of "social interest," discuss the following:

  • Write about a public figure from popular cultures, such as politics, movies, or television.
  • Explain how social interest is or was a factor in his or her personal development.
  • Explain how factors such as inferiority and compensation are displayed in your subject's personality.

Support your responses with examples.

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