The Six Essential Pieces of the Parenting Puzzle

by Betty Lou Bettner, Ph.D.

This thoughtful book systematically portrays the development and popularization of the brilliant observations of Dr. Alfred Adler and the subsequent diffusion of his theories into most branches of modern mental health care. The six key principles, introduced by Dr. Adler over a century ago, are a sense of belonging and social connection, personality development, a sense of intrinsic worth, understanding the hidden motives of misbehavior, avoiding feelings of inferiority, and sharing responsibility by healthy group interactions.