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Which technique is utilized in Horneyian therapy to promote self-realization?
What is a key characteristic of neurotic claims?
What is a common expression of self-hatred in neurotic individuals?
What does relinquishing the idealized self-image aim to achieve in psychotherapy?
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According to Horney, what aspect is emphasized more in her concept of humanity?
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What does neurotic pride primarily stem from?
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Which of the following reflects a neurotic need for self-sufficiency?
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Which aspect is NOT part of the real self's conflict with the idealized self-image?
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What is a key consequence of the neurotic search for glory?
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Which expression of self-hatred involves belittling or doubting oneself?
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In the context of intrapsychic conflicts, what is the impact of the gap between the idealized self and the real self?
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Which neurotic trend includes the behavior of being compliant with others?
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Which of the following is a destructive element associated with self-hatred?
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What does Karen Horney believe is a fundamental driver of feelings of isolation in modern culture?
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Which of the following best describes Basic Anxiety as defined by Horney?
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What is one of the four general defenses against Basic Anxiety according to Horney?
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Which concept best aligns with Horney's criticism of Freud's ideas about feminine psychology?
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Karen Horney's view on 'idealized self-image' suggests it develops due to what condition?
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What term refers to Horney's assertion that neurotic needs may manifest as exaggerated desires for affection or acceptance?
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Which statement best represents Horney’s idea of compulsive drives?
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What is the relationship between neurotic pride and self-hatred in Horney's theory?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Karen Horney was a psychoanalyst who disagreed with Sigmund Freud's theories of psychoanalysis, especially his ideas on feminine psychology.
- This research looks into her theories on the neurotic needs humans have and how they can be grouped into three categories: moving towards people, moving against people, and moving away from people.
- It further dives into Horney's theories about neurotic pride and self-hatred.
Key Concepts
- Idealized Self-image: A distorted positive self-image that is not based on reality, but on a desire to be perfect.
- Neurotic Search for Glory: This search includes three elements: the need for perfection, neurotic ambition and the drive for vindictive triumph.
- Neurotic Claims: People with this need believe they're exceptional and deserve special treatment.
- Neurotic Pride: A false pride based on an idealized self-image, often loudly proclaimed to protect and support a glorified view of oneself.
- Self-Hatred: This stems from the gap between the idealized self and the real self. People with this tend to make unrelenting demands on themselves, criticize themselves mercilessly, and engage in self-destructive behaviors.
- Basic Anxiety: A feeling of helplessness and isolation in a potentially hostile world, often stemming from early childhood experiences of unmet needs for safety.
- Basic Hostility: A feeling of anger and resentment towards the world, which can arise when basic needs for safety and satisfaction are not met.
- Defenses Against Basic Anxiety: We use four main defense mechanisms: affection, submissiveness, striving for power, and withdrawal.
- Compulsive Drives: These drives are a result of basic anxiety. They are motivated by a desire to feel safe and secure, often causing people to seek love and affection to solve their problems.
Horney's Personal Life
- Horney was deeply affected by her childhood, especially her relationship with her father.
- She was one of the first women to pursue medicine in Germany, entering the University of Freiburg in 1906.
Feminine Psychology
- Horney rejected Freud's ideas about feminine psychology, arguing that psychic differences between men and women are not rooted in anatomy.
- She said there's no reason why women should be envious of the penis, just as boys can desire having a baby.
- She agreed with Alfred Adler's theory of "masculine protest" in women.
Psychotherapy and Horney's Legacy
- Horney emphasizes the importance of cultural influences in psychodynamic theory, arguing that modern society's competitive nature fuels basic anxiety, leading to a need for affection and potential over-valuation of love.
- Her therapy aims to help patients realize their self-hatred and help them accept their true selves.
- Her legacy lies in moving psychoanalysis away from instinct theory towards a focus on social influences and cultural factors, which contributes to a more nuanced understanding of human behavior.
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Explore the theories of Karen Horney, focusing on her critique of Freud and the classification of neurotic needs. The quiz covers key concepts such as idealized self-image, neurotic pride, and the neurotic search for glory. Test your understanding of how these concepts shape human behavior and psychology.
