Tom was a sickly child and always felt helpless. According to Adler, as an adult Tom will probably
A) be a complete invalid.
B) lose all interest in his social environment.
C) attempt to overcompensate.
D) become obsessed with his persona.

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Adler's theory of individual psychology suggests that individuals who feel inferior or weak, especially during childhood, often strive to overcome these feelings through compensation or overcompensation. In Tom's case, his sickliness and feelings of helplessness might drive him to overcompensate as an adult, possibly by seeking to achieve significantly in areas where he felt most deficient.

Tom Was a Sickly Child and Always Felt Helpless