Psychoanalytic personality theories

Definition

Psychoanalytic personality theories are psychological theories developed by Sigmund Freud and his followers that emphasize the importance of unconscious processes, early childhood experiences, and the role of the unconscious mind in shaping human behavior.

Related terms

Behaviorism:

This term refers to a psychological school of thought that focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental processes.

Humanistic psychology: This term refers to a psychological perspective that emphasizes personal growth, self-actualization, and free will.

Cognitive psychology: This term refers to a branch of psychology that focuses on mental processes such as thinking, memory, perception, and problem-solving.