Video: Chaos Theory in Psychology | Definition, Importance & Examples

Chaos theory is the belief that seemingly simple events could produce complex and confounding behaviors. It is the psychological extension of the butterfly effect, an idea developed by physicist Henri Poincare that claims tiny events have the potential to compound into major ones. Chaos theory was seen to have great potential for discovery in many fields including psychology. Psychologists use this science to help clients find hope in the simplistic. It helps mental health professionals see patterns that allow them to discover treatment pathways for their clients. Read Chaos Theory in Psychology | Definition, Importance & Examples Lesson