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Classical Conditioning
Just Another Random Spark
Martina Smith
Nov 21, 20221 min read


Psychology Locus of Control
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Martina Smith
Nov 21, 20221 min read


Karen Horney's Psychoanalytic Ideas
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Martina Smith
Nov 21, 20222 min read
Existential Needs
"Existential Needs" include Relatedness, Transcendence, Rootedness, Sense of Identity and Frame of Orientation. Relatedness is when an individual desires to connect with others while still retaining self-individuality and probity. Transcendence is embracing our accidental existence. There are two methods of reasoning with transcendence, one displaying aggressiveness and destroying others, or two, caring for others and the world. Eric Fromm argued the importance of feeling
Martina Smith
Nov 21, 20221 min read


Abraham Maslow
Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of needs consist of;
Martina Smith
Nov 21, 20221 min read


The Adlerian Theory
The Adlerian theory is a comprehensive approach to psychology that emphasizes the importance of overcoming feelings of inferiority. Alfred Adlers birth order theory, consist of three key observations that must be made. The position of the child in the family, the family's circumstances & the characteristics developed because of those dynamics. General expectations through the lenses of Alfred Adler.
Martina Smith
Nov 13, 20222 min read


Everyone Rides The Carousel
Everyone Rides The Carousel Erik Erickson; Erick Erickson's chief contributions to personality theory is his emphasis on the ego. Erickson's belief: The ego is the center of personality & responsible for a unified sense of self. Erik Erickson is also known for his eight stages of psychosocial development in which individuals progress. Everyone rides the carousel is an animated depiction of the eight psychosocial stages of development. 1. Trust VS Mistrust- if needs are depe
Martina Smith
Nov 7, 20222 min read


Catapulting Into the Mind of a Genius....
Sigmund Freud was an Australian Neurologist best known for the evolution of theories & psychoanalytic techniques. A concise inclusion of Sigmund Freud(s) training include studying medicine at the University of Vienna where he took interest in neurology, & the unconscious mind..... My idea: Sigmund Freuds theory on dividing the mind into three parts, the id, ego, & super ego is ingenious as I would consider it formal, informal & casual ways of thinking. ~Martina Marie Smith~ "
Martina Smith
Sep 20, 20221 min read


The Inner Connection Between Spirituality, Philosophy & Psychology
Bridging spirituality, philosophy & psychology, the evolution to an infinite potentiality. A conversationalist's open invitation toward...
Martina Smith
Feb 5, 20221 min read
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