The History of Freud and Psychoanalysis

"Psychoanalysis is (a) the method developed by Sigmund Freud and extended by his followers for treating mental disorders. (b) The theory of personality, which grew out of experiences with the psychoanalytic method of treatment. The theory emphasizes the role of unconscious processes in personality development and in motivation." (Atkinson, 1953). Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung and Alfred Adler all influenced the school of psychoanalysis; however, before this there were many precursors to psychoanalysis such as Franz Anton …

…with Freud, Jung tried to voice his opposition to Freud's beliefs. While writing "The Psychology of the Unconscious", he admitted that he was concerned that when his book was published it would clearly show how his views differed from Freud. For months, Jung was unable to undertake writing this book; however, he did publish it in 1912. By that time, Freud and Jung had finished their personal correspondence. In 1914, Jung withdrew and resigned from the association. .