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Which component of personality operates according to the pleasure principle?
Which component of personality operates according to the pleasure principle?
- Id (correct)
- Ego
- Conscious
- Superego
What aspect of the mind does the term 'preconscious' refer to?
What aspect of the mind does the term 'preconscious' refer to?
- Thoughts that are immediately accessible to awareness
- Innate biological instincts
- Unrecognized feelings and desires
- Memories that can be brought to awareness with effort (correct)
In Freud's theory, what is the superego primarily responsible for?
In Freud's theory, what is the superego primarily responsible for?
- Mediating between desires and reality
- Moral standards and ideals (correct)
- Instinctual drives
- Completely unconscious thoughts
What is considered the main function of the ego in Freud's theory?
What is considered the main function of the ego in Freud's theory?
Freud believed that unresolved conflicts primarily stem from which two human drives?
Freud believed that unresolved conflicts primarily stem from which two human drives?
What does Freud suggest happens when unconscious conflicts remain unresolved?
What does Freud suggest happens when unconscious conflicts remain unresolved?
Which of the following is true about conscious awareness?
Which of the following is true about conscious awareness?
Which statement is an accurate description of the id's functioning?
Which statement is an accurate description of the id's functioning?
What does the psychodynamic perspective primarily emphasize about human behavior?
What does the psychodynamic perspective primarily emphasize about human behavior?
Which of the following best describes Freud's concept of 'Freudian slips'?
Which of the following best describes Freud's concept of 'Freudian slips'?
What is the main treatment method associated with Freud's psychoanalysis?
What is the main treatment method associated with Freud's psychoanalysis?
Which of the following statements about the tripartite personality is false?
Which of the following statements about the tripartite personality is false?
What was the primary issue that brought the 'rat man' to Freud for treatment?
What was the primary issue that brought the 'rat man' to Freud for treatment?
What role did dream analysis play in Freud's theories?
What role did dream analysis play in Freud's theories?
Which case is associated with the concept of hysteria and psychosomatic disorders?
Which case is associated with the concept of hysteria and psychosomatic disorders?
Which factor has been criticized regarding Freud's theories since the 1970s?
Which factor has been criticized regarding Freud's theories since the 1970s?
What defense mechanism keeps distressing thoughts and feelings out of the conscious mind?
What defense mechanism keeps distressing thoughts and feelings out of the conscious mind?
What term describes the periods of development that significantly shape adult personality?
What term describes the periods of development that significantly shape adult personality?
What may excessive gratification or frustration of needs lead to, according to Freud?
What may excessive gratification or frustration of needs lead to, according to Freud?
Which sequence accurately reflects Freud's psychosexual stages of development?
Which sequence accurately reflects Freud's psychosexual stages of development?
Freud suggested that fixation in which stage could lead to behaviors such as smoking or overeating?
Freud suggested that fixation in which stage could lead to behaviors such as smoking or overeating?
What is the crucial developmental task associated with the anal stage?
What is the crucial developmental task associated with the anal stage?
During the phallic stage, Freud believed children develop desires for which parent?
During the phallic stage, Freud believed children develop desires for which parent?
What term describes the scenario where a child has desires for one parent and hostility toward the other?
What term describes the scenario where a child has desires for one parent and hostility toward the other?
Flashcards
Unconscious Thoughts
Unconscious Thoughts
The unconscious mind influences how we think, feel, and behave.
Determinism
Determinism
A theory suggesting that all human behavior is caused by unconscious factors beyond our control.
Freudian Slip
Freudian Slip
Revealed through slips of the tongue, dreams, and other mistakes; showing what's really on our mind.
Dream Analysis
Dream Analysis
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Id
Id
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Ego
Ego
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Superego
Superego
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Talking Cure
Talking Cure
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Repression
Repression
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Psychosexual Stages
Psychosexual Stages
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Fixation
Fixation
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Order of Psychosexual Stages
Order of Psychosexual Stages
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Oral Stage Fixation
Oral Stage Fixation
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Anal Stage
Anal Stage
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Phallic Stage
Phallic Stage
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Oedipal Complex
Oedipal Complex
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What is the Id?
What is the Id?
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What is the Ego?
What is the Ego?
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What is the Superego?
What is the Superego?
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What are Defense Mechanisms?
What are Defense Mechanisms?
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What is Fixation?
What is Fixation?
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What is the Oedipus Complex?
What is the Oedipus Complex?
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What is Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory?
What is Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory?
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What is Subliminal Priming?
What is Subliminal Priming?
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Study Notes
Google Classroom Code
- Code: lx4u7uh
- Course: Contemporary Trends in Psychology, 2nd Year
Psychodynamic Perspective
- Freud is considered the father of modern psychology.
- Lived from 1856-1939, died in London, possibly by assisted suicide due to oral cancer.
- Freud's ideas were widely accepted until the 1970s.
- Modern psychologists generally have issues with Freud's theories; lacking scientific support.
The Case of the Rat Man
- Patient was 29 years old.
- Visited Freud for treatment of obsession.
- Freud attributed the obsession to mixed feelings and contradictory thoughts.
- Freud used the case to elaborate his theories.
- Patient's fears revolved around danger to loved ones.
Psychoanalysis
- Psychoanalysis relies on free speech—patients freely share thoughts.
- Patient discussed money ("Raten," installments), and gambling ("spielratte").
- Patient's father's financial issues and romantic dilemmas were discussed.
- All life events are interconnected, according to the theory.
Freud's Iceberg Analogy
- Human behavior is driven by the unconscious mind.
- Conscious, subconscious, and unconscious levels of awareness are visualized by the iceberg shape.
Slips of the Tongue/Speech Errors
- Common form of unconscious thought disclosure.
- These errors reveal true thoughts through parapraxes (Freudian slips).
- These slips are viewed as significant, as there are no accidents, and every action/thought is determined.
Tripartite Personality
- Includes the Id, Ego, and Superego.
- Visualized as a classic cartoon depiction of inner struggle.
The Case of Anna O
- Breuer's patient.
- Case involved multiple psychosomatic disorders categorized as hysteria.
- Successful treatment using the "talking cure".
The Case of Little Hans
- 5-year-old boy with a phobia of horses.
- Case analysis involved a fear of horses.
- Involved the birth of a sister, likely a contributing factor to the phobia.
- The Oedipus complex was a significant component in the analysis.
Psychosexual Development
- Freud asserted that adult personality problems stem from early experiences.
- Five stages of psychosexual development, each focused on a specific erogenous zone leading to pleasure.
- Fixation or issues in a stage may impact personality later in adulthood.
Stages of Psychosexual Development
- Oral Stage: Occurs from birth to 1.5 years.
- Anal Stage: Occurs between 1.5-3 years.
- Phallic Stage: Occurs between 3-6 years.
- Latency Stage: Occurs between ages 6-puberty.
- Genital Stage: Occurs during and after puberty.
Fixations at the Oral Stage
- Fixation at the oral stage can manifest in various ways; e.g., smoking, overeating, or excessive chewing.
Modern Implications: Subliminal Priming
- Subliminal priming manipulates people's actions, even when they believe their choices are free-willed.
Quiz Questions and Answers
- Various multiple-choice questions, along with answers about Freud's ideas
- Covered topics include essential concepts, stages, and dynamics of his personality theory.
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Explore the psychodynamic perspective of psychology, focusing on Freud's contributions and theories. This quiz examines the notable case of the Rat Man and the principles of psychoanalysis, including the importance of free speech in therapy. Assess your understanding of Freud's relevance in modern psychology and the complexities of obsession.
