Psychoanalytic theory emphasizes childhood experiences in understanding mental a
Psychoanalytic theory emphasizes childhood experiences in understanding mental activityboth conscious and (primarily) unconscious. As you read the articles in this weeks Learning Resources, consider how psychoanalytic theorists perceived the role of pretend play in primary process thought and the development of creativity. Russ (2014) points out that the same activity (play) serves a different function in development based on the theory being examined.
In Week 2, you considered the components of a good theory from Chapter 1 of the Newman and Newman text and determined whether the theory in a research article was found to be good theory. For this Discussion, you will evaluate whether psychoanalytic theory is a good theory for understanding specific areas of development. By evaluating a theory in this way, you gain insights into its scope and applicability in developmental research. Review Chapters 1 and 3 of the Newman and Newman text found in the Learning Resources for this week.
Review the Russ article found in the Learning Resources and consider whether psychoanalytic theory meets good theory expectations in relation to pretend play, creativity, or attachment. (Note: Choose pretend play, creativity, or attachment for this Discussion.)
Post a description of the components of a theory and requirements of a good theory. Then, explain whether psychoanalytic theory meets the expectations of a good theory in understanding one of the following: play, creativity, or attachment. Explain why you reached that conclusion.
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