Question

Although David earns high grades in school, he feels as though he is not very smart. In fact, he believes that if people knew the real him, they would see that he is not a very good or smart person. Adler would suggest that David has a(n)

Answer 1

The answer is inferiority complex.

Step-by-step explanation:

This complex consists in constant feelings of inferiority, this is, lack of self-esteem as result of not meeting specific standards. These perceptions are unconscious are can lead to asocial behaviours or overcompensation.

The inferiority complex is believed to be caused be constant failure. It has also been linked to disorders such as depression.