Psychological Characterization

Definition

Psychological characterization focuses on understanding a character's mental processes, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. It explores their psyche and provides insight into their complex inner workings.

Related terms

Point of View (POV): The perspective from which the story is told.

Archetype:

A typical or recurring character, symbol, or theme in literature.

Character Development:

The process of how a character changes and grows throughout a story.