Groupers and Splitting Theory

Groupers and Splitting Theory are concepts in psychology related to how people understand and organize their emotions and experiences. Groupers are individuals who tend to see their feelings and thoughts as connected and part of a larger whole, helping them maintain a sense of consistency. Splitting Theory describes how some individuals, especially in certain personality structures, may see situations or people as entirely good or entirely bad, with little middle ground. This can lead to unstable perceptions of others and difficulty managing complex emotions. Together, these theories help explain different ways people process and respond to their internal and external experiences.