Alfred Adler

Alfred Adler was an Austrian psychiatrist and psychotherapist who founded the school of individual psychology.

He rejected Freud's emphasis on sexuality and instead focused on the importance of social relationships and childhood experiences in shaping personality.

Adler developed theories about inferiority complexes, overcompensation, and the role of social feeling in mental health.

He pioneered a holistic approach to psychology, emphasizing the interaction between external influences and internal dispositions.

Adler's work influenced the development of humanistic psychology and family therapy.

He held a chair in the United States and became one of the best-known psychologists in the Western world, known for his accessible writing style and focus on practical applications of psychology.