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What is the main goal of Individual Psychology, according to Adler?

  • Self-realization

  • Reconciling the id and superego

  • Unlocking the unconscious

  • Encouraging dream analysis

Answer

Self-realization is the ultimate objective of Individual Psychology, as proposed by Alfred Adler. This theory emphasizes the innate drive within each individual to strive for personal growth and fulfillment, known as the "striving for superiority." Adler believed that individuals are motivated by their perceptions of their own inadequacies and strive to overcome these perceived shortcomings.
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