History and Theories
History and Theory Paper
Allison C. Taylor
PSYCH 645
August 8, 1014
History and Theory
The world that we live in is ever evolving and, this ever evolving process includes, of course, the world of psychology. Over time and during the reign of many notable psychologists and psychiatrists, theories that were considered new and promising but never proven formed the foundation for new theory exploration and discovery. Carl Rogers and Sigmund Freud built theories that are useful and still applied in the field today, with great probability they will ever outlive their usefulness. This proves that Rogers and Freud had valid and useful insights into the mind. Freud is well known for his work and development on the psychological paradigm, also known as the theory of psychoanalysis (Stea, 2012). Roger’s theory, the theory known as the person-centered theory, is well known and his work is invaluable to today’s discoveries. Without these two revered individuals, it is possible that psychology would be viewed in a different perspective. As a result \of their contributions we continue to evolve our thoughts, knowledge, and understanding of psychology as we as one human race continue to evolve. In this paper we will take a glimpse to see if both views and theories of Rogers and Freud are still relevant and useful in today’s society as they were at the time of conception.
Sigmund Freud’s and Psychoanalysis
There are many psychologists who believe Freud’s psychoanalysis is connected to a network of perceptions for the purpose of therapeutic treatments applied to various disorders found in the DSM. Freud began his theory of psychoanalysis after working with well-known neurologist J.M. Charcot. During this time, Freud agreed with the idea that hysteria was caused by emotional disturbance and may be caused by organic symptoms of an individual’s nervous system. Freud applied his methods in treating individuals with mental disorders among others, by
Allison C. Taylor
PSYCH 645
August 8, 1014
History and Theory
The world that we live in is ever evolving and, this ever evolving process includes, of course, the world of psychology. Over time and during the reign of many notable psychologists and psychiatrists, theories that were considered new and promising but never proven formed the foundation for new theory exploration and discovery. Carl Rogers and Sigmund Freud built theories that are useful and still applied in the field today, with great probability they will ever outlive their usefulness. This proves that Rogers and Freud had valid and useful insights into the mind. Freud is well known for his work and development on the psychological paradigm, also known as the theory of psychoanalysis (Stea, 2012). Roger’s theory, the theory known as the person-centered theory, is well known and his work is invaluable to today’s discoveries. Without these two revered individuals, it is possible that psychology would be viewed in a different perspective. As a result \of their contributions we continue to evolve our thoughts, knowledge, and understanding of psychology as we as one human race continue to evolve. In this paper we will take a glimpse to see if both views and theories of Rogers and Freud are still relevant and useful in today’s society as they were at the time of conception.
Sigmund Freud’s and Psychoanalysis
There are many psychologists who believe Freud’s psychoanalysis is connected to a network of perceptions for the purpose of therapeutic treatments applied to various disorders found in the DSM. Freud began his theory of psychoanalysis after working with well-known neurologist J.M. Charcot. During this time, Freud agreed with the idea that hysteria was caused by emotional disturbance and may be caused by organic symptoms of an individual’s nervous system. Freud applied his methods in treating individuals with mental disorders among others, by
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