Hamlet: A Study of Psychological Growth (William Shakespeare)

Prince Hamlet is entrapped in a world of evil that is not of his own creation. He therefore, must rely on himself to make his own decisions. He also ends up putting his faith in God, and fearing the consequences. It is the story of the psychological development of a young man that has realized that he can not depend on anyone but himself. Dealing with his father's murder cause Hamlet to grow up fast. …

…Laertes emphasizes that, in order for harmony to be restored, evil must destroy itself: "He is justly served; / It is a poison temper'd by himself" (V.ii. 338-9). The now fully grown Hamlet attains salvation after he is poisoned, and this is hinted at by Horatio: "Good night, sweet prince; / And the flights of angels sing to thee thy rest" (V.ii. 370-1). Hamlet has become his own person and will now go to heaven.