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Three psychologies :

Nye, Robert D.

Three psychologies : perspectives from Freud, Skinner, and Rogers /​ Robert D. Nye. - 5th ed. - Pacific Grove, Calif. : Brooks/Cole, c1996. - x, 159 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

"A Clairemont book"

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction -- 2. Sigmund Freud and Psychoanalysis -- 3. B. F. Skinner and Radical Behaviorism -- 4. Carl Rogers and Humanistic Phenomenology -- 5. Comparisons, Contrasts, Criticisms, and Concluding Comments.

In this book, Robert D. Nye clearly and succinctly presents the essential ideas of Freud, Skinner, and Rogers, three of the most important contributors to contemporary psychological thought. A brief introductory chapter is followed by three chapters that provide an overview of each theorist. These chapters include basic ideas, practical examples, real-world implications, and commentaries. The final chapter provides comparisons on specific issues, critical evaluations, and the author's personal comments.

0534266169 (pbk.)


Skinner, B. F. 1904-1990.
Freud, Sigmund, 1856-1939.
Rogers, Carl R. 1902-1987.


Psychoanalysis.
Behaviorism (Psychology)
Humanistic psychology.