10 Questions
During which stage is the libidinal energy focused on the penis or clitoris?
Phallic Stage
What might a child develop if toilet training is too strict?
Anal Expulsive
What is the Oedipus complex related to?
Inferiority or superiority complex toward the same sex or different sex
During which stage is there a period of calm with little libidinal interest present?
Latent Stage
According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the unconscious mind is best described as:
Concealed from consciousness, representing hidden desires and impulses
In Freudian theory, the id is best defined as:
The unconscious, unreflecting part of the mind that desires aggressive impulses
Which stage in Freud's psychoanalytic theory is characterized by libidinal energies focused on the mouth and the desire to put anything in their mouth?
The Oral Stage (Infancy to 2 years)
According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the ego primarily involves:
Dealing with reality and conscious thought
The superego in Freudian theory deals mainly with:
Conscience and morality
According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the unconscious mind holds ideas and memories that can be brought into consciousness without problems. This statement is most closely associated with:
Preconscious mind
Test your understanding of Freud's psychoanalytic theory, which explores the influence of unconscious impulses and childhood experiences on behavior. Learn about the unconscious, preconscious, and conscious mind in this quiz.
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