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According to Freud, dreams are considered as ____________.
According to Freud, dreams are considered as ____________.
- A literal representation of wishes
- A reflection of daily activities
- A manifestation of fears
- A disguised form of unfulfilled wishes (correct)
What technique involves a psychologist saying a series of words and listening for unusual responses from a patient?
What technique involves a psychologist saying a series of words and listening for unusual responses from a patient?
- Word association (correct)
- Psychoanalytic therapy
- Dream interpretation
- Free Association
What is the significance of Freudian slips and mistakes according to Freud?
What is the significance of Freudian slips and mistakes according to Freud?
- They demonstrate intelligence levels
- They reveal subconscious thoughts or feelings (correct)
- They are simply random occurrences
- They indicate neurological disorders
Who are candidates for analytic therapy according to the text?
Who are candidates for analytic therapy according to the text?
What is a common limitation mentioned for psychoanalytic therapy in the text?
What is a common limitation mentioned for psychoanalytic therapy in the text?
Which factor is brought into prominence by psychoanalytic theory as a determinant of behavior?
Which factor is brought into prominence by psychoanalytic theory as a determinant of behavior?
What therapeutic technique is Sigmund Freud most famous for developing?
What therapeutic technique is Sigmund Freud most famous for developing?
According to psychoanalytic theory, what plays a role in mental illness and maladaptive behaviors?
According to psychoanalytic theory, what plays a role in mental illness and maladaptive behaviors?
What is the primary focus of psychoanalytic therapy?
What is the primary focus of psychoanalytic therapy?
According to psychoanalytic theory, what is the basis of a normal personality?
According to psychoanalytic theory, what is the basis of a normal personality?
What is one of the therapeutic goals of psychoanalytic therapy?
What is one of the therapeutic goals of psychoanalytic therapy?
Which colleague of Sigmund Freud contributed to the development of his therapeutic technique?
Which colleague of Sigmund Freud contributed to the development of his therapeutic technique?
Study Notes
Psychoanalytic Therapy
- Also known as "talking out," where the patient discusses personal problems with the therapist to identify patterns and inner conflicts.
Techniques
- Word association: used to help patients overcome obstacles blocking their memory.
- Free association: a technique where the patient relaxes and discusses personal problems while the therapist listens for patterns.
Interpretation of Freudian Slips and Mistakes
- Freud believed that slips and mistakes have significance in revealing unconscious thoughts and feelings.
Interpretation of Dreams
- According to Freud, dreams are a "royal road to the unconscious" and result from unfulfilled wishes.
- Dreams are often disguised and may not always reflect the literal wish.
Applications and Candidates
- Suitable for professionals seeking to become therapists, those who have had intensive therapy, and individuals seeking self-exploration.
- Can be used for specific emotional concerns, such as anxiety, relationship difficulties, or low self-esteem.
Contributions
- Provided a detailed description of personality structure and functioning.
- Highlighted the role of the unconscious and trauma during the first 6 years of life in shaping behavior.
- Developed the theory of neurosis and psychoanalytic treatments.
Limitations
- Requires lengthy training for therapists and is time-consuming and expensive for clients.
- May not be suitable for clients with specific obsession-based concerns or those from lower socioeconomic classes.
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Description
Learn about the origins of psychoanalytic therapy developed by Sigmund Freud in the late 1800s. Explore how Freud's work with hypnosis and hysteria led to the development of his therapeutic techniques.
