Social Interest
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 on "social interest," discuss the following:
- Write about a public figure from popular culture (Beyoncé, etc..), such as politics (Obama, etc..), movies , or television.
- Explain how social interest is or was a factor in his or her personality development.
- Explain how factors such as inferiority and compensation are displayed in your subject's personality.
Support your responses with examples.