Personality Psychology 235

Maria Teresa H. de Holcomb, PhD, the author of In Time, Malinche, in Time, returns with a fascinating exploration of personal realities in her new play, Personal Psychology 235.

Framed by the conceit of a psychology classroom, Personal Psychology 235 brings to life three historical women: Joanna the Crazy, Rigoberta Menchu, and Evita Peron. Viewing each woman's self-constructed reality through the lens of Alfred Adler's theory of personality, de Holcomb explores their individual goals-and the sometimes-violent roadblocks society threw up against them.

For Peron and Menchu, improving their people's lives took priority over all other issues. Joanna's goals reflected more personal needs. Each woman created her own reality, often at odds with the reality of those around her.

An introduction to the lives of three remarkable women, Personality Psychology 235 is also an engaging introduction to Adler's work, particularly his concepts of inferiority feelings, superiority striving, and social interest. By bringing three remarkable women to life, de Holcomb makes Adler accessible while reinforcing his theory's applicable use in the modern world. Ultimately, we all create our own reality.