Were the theories complementary, or did they exist in conflict?
Melanie Klein focused on “part objects” that were needed help children develop (Cloninger, 2013). Wilhelm Reich focus was on satisfying the sexual needs of mental illness individuals, and providing for their helpless needs (Pietikainen, 2002). The theories seem to focus on individuals that was both in need to develop as an individual. Some individuals did not understand Reich’s approach and accused him of inappropriate behaviors (Bennett, 2010). Unlike Reich, Melanie was able to prove her techniques as a useful resource to keep children focused and within the appropriate state of mind during different activities.
Provide specific examples of divergence between the theories as
Melanie Klein focused on “part objects” that were needed help children develop (Cloninger, 2013). Wilhelm Reich focus was on satisfying the sexual needs of mental illness individuals, and providing for their helpless needs (Pietikainen, 2002). The theories seem to focus on individuals that was both in need to develop as an individual. Some individuals did not understand Reich’s approach and accused him of inappropriate behaviors (Bennett, 2010). Unlike Reich, Melanie was able to prove her techniques as a useful resource to keep children focused and within the appropriate state of mind during different activities.
Provide specific examples of divergence between the theories as