Introduction:
Psychological phenomena may feel personal and unique, but they actually apply to all humans like universal laws. For psychology to be a true science, its findings must be clear, reliable, and widely accepted. Doubtful or uncertain ideas don’t build strong knowledge. So, what do decades of research tell us about human psychology? One important agreement stands out: interaction is at the heart of all psychological processes.
Psychology’s Core: Interaction
Almost every major psychological theory recognizes, either directly or indirectly, that interaction plays a key role in understanding the mind. This “interactive view” is the main focus across different schools of thought. Far from conflicting, the interactive approach actually brings together the best ideas from all psychological traditions.
Interaction: The Common Ground of All Schools
Denying the role of interaction weakens any psychological theory. Without interaction, a theory risks becoming weak and unreliable, unable to reach the level of a respected school of psychology. Emphasizing interaction is what makes a theory solid and credible.
Interactive Psychology: A Blend of Wisdom
Interactive psychology doesn’t try to replace old ideas—it organizes and unifies them. This approach has deep roots in the history of psychology but often went unnoticed. Now, it brings together the main points from classic and modern theories into clear, universal “laws” that apply to everyone.
Why This Matters
Recognizing the importance of interaction helps us understand that psychology is not about isolated facts but about how our mind’s parts work together. This unified view strengthens psychology’s position as a science that applies to all people, everywhere.
Psychology’s strength lies in its universal truths built on interaction—connecting ideas and people alike.