The document discusses the requirements of a good scientific theory according to Newman and Newman (2016), including that theories must explain phenomena through logical and consistent statements, have testable hypotheses, and be parsimonious. It then examines whether psychoanalytic theory meets these standards as an explanation for creativity. Psychoanalytic theory views personality development and organization through concepts like pretend play. Research shows creativity elements like originality are interconnected with pretend play, supporting psychoanalytic theory's role in explaining creativity. In conclusion, as research demonstrates, psychoanalytic theory exhibits characteristics of a good theory as defined by Newman and Newman in addressing theoretical foundations and making predictions.

1. Requirements of a “Good” Theory
Newman and Newman (2016) informed that scientific theories are “interconnected statements”
(p. 23), which include concepts, assumptions, and hypotheses. All of which explain “why” and
“how” phenomena occur. Core characteristics include logic and consistency, testable hypotheses,
and parsimonious theories; in other words, rather than citing six assumptions, which could
suggest a more complex explanation, consider using fewer premises without removing relevant
details; doing so would illustrate a parsimony theory (Newman & Newman, 2016).
Does Psychoanalytic Theory Meets the Expectations of a “Good” Theory as it Relates to
Creativity
Psychoanalytic theory is an explanation for the development and organization of personalities. In
other words, it is the primary foundation for psychoanalysis theories and treatment methods
(Milton, & Polmear, 2011; Russ, 2014). As Newman and Newman (2016) noted, theories
grounded in research address three core areas: the phenomenon under study including its
theoretical and conceptual foundations, its premises, and its predictions. ​Pretend play, for
example, is a ​therapeutic tool that is used to understand and to develop positive behaviors in
children. Likewise, research shows that elements of creativity ,such as originality,
resourcefulness, vision, and imagination, are interconnected constructs of pretend play; as such,
both concepts play major roles in the framework of psychoanalytic theory (Russ, 2014).
Explain Your Conclusion
Psychoanalytic is a theory of human development, which explains, among other factors, how
personalities and behaviors develop and change with time. Its origin dates to the works of
Sigmund Freud and Josef Breuer (Milton, & Polmear, 2011; Russ, 2014). As research shows, its
components are characteristic of a “good theory” as described by Newman and Newman (2016).

2. References
Milton, J., & Polmear, J. F. (2011). ​A short introduction to psychoanalysis​. New York, NY: Sage
Publication.
Newman, B. M., & Newman, P. R. (2016). ​Theories of human development​ (2nd ed.). New
York, NY: Psychology Press/Taylor & Francis.
Russ, S. W. (2014). ​Evolutionary, psychoanalytic, and developmental theories of pretend play
and creativity. ​In​ Pretend play in childhood​: ​Foundation of adult creativity​, pp. 29–43.
Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.​ ​Retrieved from the Walden Library
databases.