“Karen Horney’s Interpersonal Orientations: A Framework for Understanding Human Behavior”
QUESTION Karen Horney, a renowned psychoanalyst, proposed three primary interpersonal orientations in her work: Moving Towards People (Compliance): Individuals with this orientation seek acceptance, approval, and affection from others. They often display behaviors associated with dependency and are eager to please, fearing rejection or abandonment. They may be submissive and self-sacrificing in their interactions. Moving Against People (Aggression): Those with this orientation tend to be […]
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