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What is the primary focus of the libido during the Phallic stage of development?
What is the primary focus of the libido during the Phallic stage of development?
Which fixation is associated with an excessive focus on cleanliness and orderliness?
Which fixation is associated with an excessive focus on cleanliness and orderliness?
What do the terms Oedipus complex and Electra complex primarily describe?
What do the terms Oedipus complex and Electra complex primarily describe?
What stage of development is characterized by suppressed sexual interests and the development of social and intellectual skills?
What stage of development is characterized by suppressed sexual interests and the development of social and intellectual skills?
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Which of the following best describes the conflict during the Anal stage?
Which of the following best describes the conflict during the Anal stage?
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What might result if a child experiences fixation during the Phallic stage?
What might result if a child experiences fixation during the Phallic stage?
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What is a common outcome for a child who does not resolve conflicts during the Latency stage?
What is a common outcome for a child who does not resolve conflicts during the Latency stage?
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What leads to the development of the Electra complex according to Freud's theories?
What leads to the development of the Electra complex according to Freud's theories?
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What is the primary function of the Ego in personality development?
What is the primary function of the Ego in personality development?
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In Erikson's stage of Trust vs. Mistrust, what primarily influences the development of trust in an infant?
In Erikson's stage of Trust vs. Mistrust, what primarily influences the development of trust in an infant?
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What is a possible negative outcome of excessive criticism during the Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage?
What is a possible negative outcome of excessive criticism during the Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage?
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During the Identity vs. Role Confusion stage, what primarily contributes to a positive sense of identity?
During the Identity vs. Role Confusion stage, what primarily contributes to a positive sense of identity?
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What defines the stage of Industry vs. Inferiority in childhood development?
What defines the stage of Industry vs. Inferiority in childhood development?
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What is the primary focus during the Generativity vs. Stagnation stage?
What is the primary focus during the Generativity vs. Stagnation stage?
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What characteristic represents the outcome of successfully navigating the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage?
What characteristic represents the outcome of successfully navigating the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage?
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What consequence can arise from unsuccessful navigation of the Initiative vs. Guilt stage?
What consequence can arise from unsuccessful navigation of the Initiative vs. Guilt stage?
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Study Notes
Freud's Psychosexual Stages
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Oral Stage (Birth to 18 months): Focus on oral stimulation through sucking, biting, and chewing. Fixation can lead to oral habits like smoking, nail biting, or overeating.
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Anal Stage (18 months to 3 years): Focus on toilet training and control over bodily functions. Fixation can lead to anal-retentiveness (obsessive neatness, control) or anal-expulsiveness (messiness, lack of control).
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Phallic Stage (3 to 6 Years): Focus on genitals and discovery of sexual differences. Oedipus Complex (boys) and Electra Complex (girls) involve attraction to opposite-sex parent and rivalry with same-sex parent. Fixation can lead to sexual identity issues, relationship problems.
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Latency Stage (6 years to Puberty): Sexual desires are repressed, focus shifts to social and intellectual development.
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Genital Stage (Puberty to Adulthood): Mature sexual development and interest. Focus on forming intimate relationships.
Freud's Components of Personality
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Id: Driven by pleasure principle, demands immediate gratification, operates unconsciously.
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Ego: Develops to mediate between the Id and reality, operates consciously, balances desires with reality.
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Superego: Represents moral conscience, internalized rules and values, acts as judge.
Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development
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Trust vs. Mistrust (Birth to 18 months): Focuses on developing trust through consistent care and responsiveness from caregivers.
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Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (18 months to 3 years): Focuses on developing independence and self-reliance through exploration and decision-making.
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Initiative vs. Guilt (3 to 5 years): Focuses on developing purpose and initiative through exploration and making choices.
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Industry vs. Inferiority (6 to 12 years): Focuses on developing competence and self-worth through mastering skills and contributing to the environment.
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Identity vs. Role Confusion (12 to 18 years): Focuses on developing a strong identity through exploring values, beliefs, and one's place in the world.
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Intimacy vs. Isolation (18 to 40 years): Focuses on developing intimate relationships and commitment.
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Generativity vs. Stagnation (40 to 65 years): Focuses on contributing to society and leaving a positive impact on the world.
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Explore Freud's stages of psychosexual development. This quiz covers the key concepts from the Oral to the Genital Stage, including potential fixations and their impacts on personality. Test your knowledge of Freud's theories and their implications on human behavior.
