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Re:'Blind Faith' Followers
Craig Tucker · 08/23/01 at 12:15 ET
The theory is well substantiated by not only research from Adlerians in Adlerian Journals but the cognitive portion is further supported by research from the cognitive theorists like Beck and Ellis (Adler Light!). The psychosomatic and environmental elements of the theory are being substantiated by the large body of research in ecological systems theory. The striving for superiority concept is substantiated by a large base of biological research in evolutionary theory. Chaos theory also has some compelling similarities. There are substantial elements of existentialism in the theory which Yalom has done a great job of validating. It is a dynamic theory and a holistic theory. Adler created a theory that was flexible enough to respond to how each individual perceives their situation. It allows the therapist to be very creative. Within it one can draw a variety of techniques from the full range of approaches in addition to the classical approach. Many therapist use the theory for as an eclectic frame work. Other theories are like fictions in this case and they simply describe different solutions to the problem of inferiority: sex, narcissism, symbiosis, family patterns etc.. I have no problem with those who use elements of Adler's theory in their own approach especially when they have payed him tribute. I am not surprised when others unknowingly make similar observations to Adler. It just further substantiates the validity if others notice similar phenomenon. Craig
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