The Theory Behind Winnie the Pooh.
By Alexandria Woolery
The Author's Past
What inspired A.A. Milne?
About
Author
A. A. Milne
Author
- Born in Hampstead, London.
- Fought in both World Wars, including history's bloodiest battle.
Post WWI and WWII life.
Works
- Suffered from severe trauma and PTSD.
- Had a diffucult time adapting after the wars.
- Had a son named Christopher Robin.
- Possibly wrote these children's stories to connect with Christopher.
What Psychological disorder is Linked To Which Character.
Characters
Silly Old Bear.
Winnie The Pooh
- Possible ADHD and an eating disorder.
- Always has to "think, think, think."
- Single track mind for all things honey.
Shy Piglet
Piglet
- It might be becuase he is such a small animal.
- Still has a heart of gold.
A donkey Who Loses His Tail.
Eeyore
- Always gloomy and almost never happy.
- Could it be clinical depression?
- He fits the right criteria.
The Tiger Who Loves Bouncing.
Tigger
- Complete opposite of Eeyore.
- Hyperactive and can't control impulsives.
- Suffers from ADHD.
- He only cares about bouncing
A Well Organized Bunny Rabbit.
Rabbit
- Loves gardening, decorating, and organizing.
- Could be he has OCD?
- Gets annoyed when routine is interrupted, especially by Tigger.
Why It's Important
Teaches Children.
Allows children with similar disabilites connect and feel confident
Makes Disablilites not seem so different
The characters other potentials.
Anyone with a disability can still live a normal life.
They are not summed up simply by their disorders.
Psychological Orders Shouldn't Define Who We Are.
Conculsion
A disability does not stop up from being a good person. We can still be selfless, kind, and loyal to others. Everyone in the Hundred-acre woods learns from eachother and holds the values of unconditional acceptance among friends.