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What term is often used to describe man's special rational talent?

  • Consciousness (correct)
  • Emotion
  • Intuition
  • Instinct

Being conscious means to act, feel, and think without realizing it.

False (B)

What philosophical method for self-analysis is mentioned as a development from self-consciousness?

Introspection

The use of ________ is considered essential in leading to the discovery of truth.

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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

<p>Consciousness = State of realizing thoughts and actions Intuition = A pre-sentiment or feeling evaluating one's inner world Introspection = Method of self-analysis Descartes = Philosopher who influenced modern intellectual history</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the idea that consciousness establishes man's distance from the world?

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According to the content, the modern intellectual history began in the Seventeenth Century primarily due to Descartes' teachings.

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What does the term 'sixth sense' refer to in the context of consciousness?

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What does modern psychology consider consciousness to be?

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Consciousness allows for direct contact only with the external world.

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Who viewed consciousness as having a physiological function for better adaptation?

<p>Ribot</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Edmund Husserl, consciousness is a dynamic activity of one's __________.

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What phenomenon raised questions leading to assumptions about the existence of the unconscious?

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The notion of the unconscious was widely accepted by psychologists before the Twentieth Century.

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What is one of the characteristics of consciousness related to idea selection?

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Match the following philosophers with their views on consciousness or unconsciousness:

<p>Ribot = Physiological function for adaptation Edmund Husserl = Dynamic activity of motivation Kant = Traditional view of consciousness as primary Descartes = Belief in the existence of the conscious mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do dreams primarily reflect according to psychoanalytic theory?

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Slips of the tongue are intentional errors used to express hidden beliefs.

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What are the three basic elements that compose personality according to Freud?

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The ___ is the primitive part of personality that operates on the pleasure principle.

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Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Id = Primitive instincts and desires Superego = Moral conscience and ideals Ego = Reality-oriented mediator Dreams = Symbols of repressed material</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of psychoanalysis interprets dreams?

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Psychoanalysis only focuses on conscious thoughts and emotions.

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What type of behavior expresses repressed desires physically?

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What did Freud deduce from the case of Cecily regarding neurotic symptoms?

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Hypnosis was found to be a permanent solution to resolving neurotic symptoms.

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What technique did Freud eventually turn to when hypnosis failed?

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In Psychoanalysis, patients express their thoughts freely through a process known as __________.

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Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Hypnosis = Short-term treatment for symptoms Psychoanalysis = Free expression of thoughts Free Association = Technique to discover unconscious issues Catharsis = Emotional relief through expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Freud consider to be the basic problem addressed by Psychoanalysis?

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According to Freud, relaxing on a couch during therapy is not a part of the Psychoanalysis process.

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What type of events are referred to as 'painful souvenirs' in the context of hypnosis?

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What is the first erogenous zone identified by Freud in his theory of personality development?

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Freud's concept of libido indicates that the sexual drive develops during adolescence.

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What is the Oedipus complex according to Freud's theory?

<p>A child's feelings of desire for the opposite-sex parent and jealousy toward the same-sex parent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the anal stage of personality development, a conflict during toilet training can lead to an __________ personality.

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Match the following Freudian stages with their characteristics:

<p>Oral stage = Pleasure from sucking and biting Anal stage = Pleasure from bowel and bladder control Phallic stage = Incestuous feelings toward parents Genital stage = Mature sexual intimacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might result from fixating on the oral stage during development?

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Carl Jung was a key figure who supported Freud's theories without any disagreements.

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At what age range does the anal stage occur in Freud's theory?

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What principle drives the id's motivation?

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The superego represents the irrational energy of personality.

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What is the role of the ego in personality?

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The id is motivated by the ______.

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Match the following components of personality with their functions:

<p>Id = Contains impulses and desires Ego = Regulates interactions with reality Superego = Embodies moral values Libido = Motivates the id's desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which abnormal behaviors may arise from unresolved conflicts between the id and superego?

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The ego only expresses the desires of the id without considering the superego.

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What happens to repressed desires that are not satisfied?

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Flashcards

Consciousness

The ability to be aware of oneself and one's surroundings, including thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Consciousness as Distance

The idea that consciousness arises from the separation of human beings from the world around them.

Sensory Perception

The five physical senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell) that connect us to the world.

Intuition

An inner sense that provides insights and feelings, often beyond the reach of our conscious mind.

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Introspection

The process of examining and understanding one's own thoughts and feelings.

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Doubt as the Path to Truth

The belief that truth can be found by systematically doubting and challenging existing knowledge.

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Mathematics as Queen of Sciences

The idea that mathematics has become the most important and influential field of study.

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Rational Being

The ability to reason and make judgments based on logic and understanding.

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What is Consciousness?

The ability to become aware of your inner world (thoughts, feelings) and the external world (sights, sounds).

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Consciousness as a Filter

Consciousness acts like a gatekeeper, selecting what we focus on and excluding what we ignore.

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Mental-Bodily Synthesis

A sense of oneness between the mind and body, where both are in harmony and focused.

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Consciousness for Adaptation

Ribot believed that consciousness helps us adapt to our environment, like a tiger adapting to its surroundings.

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Consciousness as Motivation

Husserl saw consciousness as driven by our desires, needs and interests, giving meaning to our experiences.

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The Unconscious: A Hidden Realm

The unconscious mind was once considered a taboo topic, but its existence became apparent through studying sleep, forgetting, and habits.

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The Unconscious: Beyond Awareness

Unconscious processes influence our behaviors and thoughts, going beyond what we are consciously aware of.

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The Dominance of Consciousness

Traditional psychology focused solely on consciousness before the 20th century, considering it the only object of study.

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Psychoanalysis

A psychotherapeutic technique that aims to help patients understand and resolve their unconscious conflicts through talking therapy.

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Free Association

A process where patients relax and freely express their thoughts and feelings without censoring themselves, allowing unconscious material to surface.

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Hypnosis

A method of psychotherapy that uses hypnosis to uncover and address repressed memories and emotions. However, Freud found that it could lead to short-term solutions and emotional blocks.

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Unconscious Meaning

The idea that symptoms, even seemingly meaningless ones, have an underlying unconscious meaning, often connected to past experiences and conflicts.

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Painful Souvenirs

Negative and traumatic past events that are buried deep in the unconscious mind and contribute to psychological difficulties.

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Neurosis

A state of emotional and mental distress caused by unresolved conflicts, often related to unconscious desires or repressed experiences.

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Catharsis

The process of releasing pent-up emotions and finding catharsis (emotional release) by becoming aware of and expressing unconscious conflicts.

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Accepting Emotions

The idea that patients need to accept their emotions, feelings, and the limitations of society, rather than suppressing or ignoring them, to achieve emotional well-being.

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Id

A collection of primitive and instinctual desires that reside within the unconscious mind. It seeks immediate gratification and operates on the pleasure principle.

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Superego

The part of the personality that represents the moral compass, internalized values, and societal expectations. It acts as a judge of our actions and guides us towards ethical behavior.

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Ego

The mediator between the Id and Superego. It operates on the reality principle, trying to balance the conflicting demands of these two forces and find acceptable ways to fulfill desires.

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Slips of the Tongue

Verbal errors that reveal repressed thoughts, beliefs, or desires. They occur unconsciously and often reveal something the person truly feels or thinks.

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Unintentional Acts

Unintentional behaviors that express repressed desires or wishes. They reveal aspects of the unconscious without the person being aware of their motivations.

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Interpretation of Dreams

The process of analyzing dreams to uncover hidden meanings and repressed material. It involves understanding symbolism and exploring the deeper psychological significance of dream events.

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What is the id?

It represents the basic instincts, desires, and drives that are present at birth. It operates on the pleasure principle, seeking immediate gratification.

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What is the ego?

It is the part of the personality that develops from the id and acts as a mediator between the id's impulses and the superego's restrictions. It operates on the reality principle, seeking to satisfy the id's needs in a realistic and socially acceptable way.

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What is the superego?

It represents the moral values and societal rules that an individual internalizes. It operates on the morality principle, striving for perfection and self-control.

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What is the pleasure principle?

It is the driving force behind the id, seeking immediate pleasure and satisfaction.

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What is the reality principle?

It is the guiding force of the ego, aiming to satisfy needs in a realistic and socially acceptable way.

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What are unresolved conflicts between the id and the superego?

They represent the conflict between the id's desires and the superego's restrictions. When the ego is unable to resolve this conflict, it can lead to anxiety, stress, and even psychological disorders.

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What is repression?

It is a defense mechanism used by the ego to push unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and impulses into the unconscious. It can help protect the ego from anxiety and stress, but it can also lead to negative consequences.

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What is the significance of dreams, slips of the tongue, and unintentional acts?

They are often symbolic representations of unconscious desires, conflicts, and anxieties.

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Oral Stage

The initial stage of psychosexual development, where infants derive pleasure from oral activities like sucking and biting. Fixation at this stage can lead to traits like dependency and passivity in adulthood.

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Anal Stage

The second stage of psychosexual development, centered around the anus and the control of bowel movements. Fixation can lead to traits like orderliness, cleanliness, or the opposite, messiness and rebelliousness.

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Phallic Stage

The third stage of psychosexual development, characterized by the emergence of sexual feelings and attraction towards the opposite-sex parent. This involves the Oedipus Complex in boys and the Electra Complex in girls.

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Infantile Sexuality

Freud's notion that the libido, or sexual drive, is present from birth and drives personality development.

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Oedipus Complex

A term coined by Freud to describe a boy's unconscious desire for his mother and rivalry with his father during the phallic stage.

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Early Childhood Influence

The belief that how a person develops in the first few years of life strongly impacts their personality and later behavior.

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Fixation

Freud's idea that unresolved conflicts during childhood can lead to fixations, impacting personality and behavior in adulthood.

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Later Psychoanalytic Theories

Psychoanalytic schools of thought that emerged from Freud's teachings but developed their own unique perspectives.

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Study Notes

Consciousness and Unconsciousness

  • Consciousness is a unique human characteristic, distinguishing us from other creatures. It involves judging right and wrong, understanding facts, and discerning good from bad. It's often referred to as thought, soul, spirit, self, and consciousness.
  • Being conscious means acting, feeling, and thinking, and understanding that one is doing so. Consciousness creates a separation between the individual and the world, allowing us to interact with it, understand it, and transform it.
  • Consciousness involves using sensory perception, memory, and intelligence to interpret the world around us. There is also a "sixth sense" – intuition – that guides this process.
  • Introspection, a method of self-analysis, involves consciously studying one's feelings, actions, and thoughts.
  • Consciousness has characteristics including intuition, selection, and synthesis. Consciousness is used for recognizing the most pertinent information relevant to a topic or problem, and it brings together mental and physical experiences.

Definition of Consciousness

  • Consciousness involves awareness of actions, thoughts, and feelings. Being conscious is a vital part of being human, marking a distinction from other beings.
  • Consciousness enables individuals to know, understand, judge, and transform their world. This is achieved by setting the world apart from the individual
  • Consciousness is uniquely human, establishing a relationship between the subject (human) and objects (world).

Psychoanalysis (A New Psychotherapeutic Method)

  • Psychoanalysis is a scientific procedure (often using post-hypnosis) to uncover hidden aspects of a person's behavior, accessing unconsciousness.
  • Sigmund Freud developed psychoanalysis in Vienna, Austria, after studying patients with hysteria.
  • Freud used hypnosis to reveal unconscious material, but later developed psychoanalysis as a more effective long-term method.
  • Analysis involves patients consciously expressing thoughts and impulses, without being directed
  • Psychoanalytic goals include helping patients understand and manage conflicts and emotional struggles.

Psychoanalysis (II - System of Personality Theory)

  • Psychoanalytic theory argues that unconscious forces (instincts, drives, impulses) drive human behavior.
  • These unconscious forces are linked to primal parts of the personality and often contradict social values and traditions.
  • These opposing forces shape the development of individual personalities.

Psychoanalysis (III- Development/Growth of Personality)

  • Freud's theory of infantile sexuality (libido) influences the development of personality.
  • Psychosexual stages influence personality such as the oral, anal, and phallic stages.
  • Each stage is marked by a specific erogenous zone, where psychic energy is focused and fixation impacts personality development
  • The process of socialization occurs through internal conflict between instinctive drives and societal demands, shaping the personality.

Later Psychoanalytic Theories

  • Alfred Adler and Carl Jung were famous leaders of later psychoanalytic theories who emphasized different aspects of personality, like interpersonal factors and self-development, than Freud.
  • Their theories deviated from Freud's primary emphasis on sexuality but recognized the importance of unconscious drives and conflicts regarding developing a healthy personality.

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