Although noticeable resemblances were not apparent between the lives of the Freud and Erikson, striking similarities are clear in their theories. Many of Erikson’s ideas were inspired by Sigmund Freud’s theory, as you can see when you look at the stages they each used to explain their theories. While Freud believed that personality was developed based on predetermined stages, Erikson believed that personality was developed based on social experiences. This caused the entire theory to change due to the fact the foundation of each theory was completely different. Each theorist was able to explain their theories to the world by using the same methods and techniques due to the fact that what they were explaining was under the same umbrella of psychology, the main difference was that each idea explaining a question asked by humanity was entirely different. A psychologist that speaks of personality is referring to the experiences, ideals and values that shape our identity. A large portion of these three points happen during childhood, a delicate and
Although noticeable resemblances were not apparent between the lives of the Freud and Erikson, striking similarities are clear in their theories. Many of Erikson’s ideas were inspired by Sigmund Freud’s theory, as you can see when you look at the stages they each used to explain their theories. While Freud believed that personality was developed based on predetermined stages, Erikson believed that personality was developed based on social experiences. This caused the entire theory to change due to the fact the foundation of each theory was completely different. Each theorist was able to explain their theories to the world by using the same methods and techniques due to the fact that what they were explaining was under the same umbrella of psychology, the main difference was that each idea explaining a question asked by humanity was entirely different. A psychologist that speaks of personality is referring to the experiences, ideals and values that shape our identity. A large portion of these three points happen during childhood, a delicate and