ERIC Number: EJ924633
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Publication Date: 2006-Feb
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Freud Was Right. . . about the Origins of Abnormal Behavior
Muris, Peter
Journal of Child and Family Studies, v15 n1 p1-12 Feb 2006
Freud's psychodynamic theory is predominantly based on case histories of patients who displayed abnormal behavior. From a scientific point of view, Freud's analyses of these cases are unacceptable because the key concepts of his theory cannot be tested empirically. However, in one respect, Freud was totally right: most forms of abnormal behavior originate in childhood. In this paper various factors are discussed that play a role in the etiology of abnormal behavior in children and adolescents. Furthermore, problems are signaled that hinder effective interventions for disordered youths.
Descriptors: Disability Identification, Patients, Etiology, Psychology, Behavior Disorders, Theories, Child Development, Child Behavior, Adolescents, Intervention
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