Who directly influenced Erikson's theory the most?
Carl Jung
Anna Freud
Melanie Klein
Alfred Adler
Answer
Erikson's theory was influenced the most by Anna Freud, who introduced the concept of ego psychology, emphasizing the role of the ego in defense mechanisms and identifying healthy psychological growth as an outcome of conflict resolution at different stages of development. Erikson's theory shares this developmental perspective and places a strong emphasis on the social context and the individual's interactions throughout their lifespan.
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