transaktioanalyysi

Transaktioanalyysi, or Transactional Analysis (TA), is a theory of personality and a method of psychotherapy developed by Eric Berne in the 1950s. It provides a framework for understanding human behavior and interpersonal interactions. TA posits that each person has three ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child.

The Parent ego state contains the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors adopted from parents or parental figures. It can manifest as a nurturing or critical influence. The Adult ego state operates on rational thought and objective reality, processing information and making decisions based on facts. The Child ego state represents the feelings, impulses, and experiences of childhood, often expressed as spontaneous, playful, or rebellious behavior.

TA analyzes interactions, or transactions, between individuals based on these ego states. Transactions can be complementary, where the response comes from the ego state that was addressed, leading to smooth communication. They can also be ulterior, involving hidden motives or messages between different ego states, which can lead to misunderstandings or conflict.

The theory also introduces concepts like strokes (units of recognition), life scripts (unconscious life plans formed in childhood), and games (repeated patterns of transactions with a hidden agenda and a predictable negative outcome). TA aims to help individuals become more aware of their ego states, scripts, and games, leading to greater autonomy, spontaneity, and intimacy in their relationships and lives. It is used in various settings, including therapy, counseling, and organizational development.