PSY 3180 Chapter 6 Part 2 Flashcards

Jungian Concepts

• Personal Unconscious: The individual's unique unconscious mind, a reservoir of personal experiences and memories.
• Collective Unconscious: A universal aspect of the unconscious shared by all humans, containing archetypes that shape behavior and experiences.
• Archetypes: Fundamental psychic structures or symbols shared across cultures, reflecting universal themes in human experience.
• Shadow: Represents the darker aspects of the self, often repressed traits that can manifest in unexpected ways (e.g., Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde).
• Anima/Animus: Represents the feminine side within men (anima) and the masculine side within women (animus), promoting psychological balance.
• Self: The central archetype in Jungian theory, symbolizing the totality of the psyche and the integration of unconscious and conscious aspects.
• Mandala: A symbolic representation of the Self, often depicted as a squared circle, signifying wholeness and balance.

Ego Functions and Personality Types

• Ego Functions: The mechanisms through which individuals perceive and interpret the world, foundational in personality assessment tools like MBTI.
• Thinking vs. Feeling: Rational functions differentiate between analytical thinking (focused on logic) and emotional response (focused on values and feelings).
• Intuition vs. Sensation: Contrasts how information is processed; intuition relates to abstract ideas and potential, while sensation relates to tangible experiences.
• Judging vs. Perceiving: Differentiates between those who prefer structure and planning (judging) versus those who embrace spontaneity and flexibility (perceiving).

Psychological Development and Theories

• Individualization: The process of psychological growth and self-development, emphasizing personal autonomy as one matures.
• Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell's narrative framework that outlines the stages of personal growth and transformation, involving challenges and returns.
• Synchronicity: A concept describing meaningful coincidences where events are linked not by cause and effect but by symbolism.

Adlerian Psychology

• Inferiority Complex: A psychological condition where an individual feels inadequate or less worthy compared to others, stemming from perceived deficiencies.
• Compensate: The behavioral response to feelings of inferiority, often involving a pursuit of power or success to counteract self-doubt.
• Birth Order: A critical variable in Adler's theories, suggesting that the position of siblings within a family influences personality and behavior.

Coping Mechanisms

• Moving Toward: Strategies involving forming connections with others to reduce anxiety and foster security.
• Moving Against: An aggressive approach where individuals assert dominance over others to gain a sense of control.
• Moving Away: A defensive strategy focusing on withdrawal and avoidance of conflict to achieve personal peace.

Object Relations Theory

• Object Relations Theory: A framework for understanding personal relationships developed by examining how individuals perceive and engage with others.
• Object Integration: The process of forming a cohesive understanding of an internalized relationship, as opposed to fragmented or conflicting perceptions.
• Split-Object Image: A psychological tendency to view individuals in extreme terms, alternating between idealization and devaluation.

Developmental Issues

• Basic Fault: A critical issue arising from insufficient emotional connection during early childhood, potentially leading to difficulties in future relationships.
• Drive for Power: Central to Adler's psychological theory, emphasizing the importance of power dynamics in human interactions and personal motivation.