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The ID operates on the 'reality principle.'
The ID operates on the 'reality principle.'
False
The SUPEREGO is depicted as a red devil in the image.
The SUPEREGO is depicted as a red devil in the image.
False
The EGO is responsible for planning and realistic thinking.
The EGO is responsible for planning and realistic thinking.
True
The Simpson character represents the ID with a label on their head.
The Simpson character represents the ID with a label on their head.
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The ID seeks immediate pleasure and gratification.
The ID seeks immediate pleasure and gratification.
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The ego is represented as the submerged part of the iceberg.
The ego is represented as the submerged part of the iceberg.
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According to Freud, the id is the unconscious part of the mind.
According to Freud, the id is the unconscious part of the mind.
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The superego represents the moral part of the mind and is just below the water in the iceberg analogy.
The superego represents the moral part of the mind and is just below the water in the iceberg analogy.
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Sigmund Freud lived from 1856 until 1938.
Sigmund Freud lived from 1856 until 1938.
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The diagram of the id, ego, and superego includes a portrait of Carl Jung.
The diagram of the id, ego, and superego includes a portrait of Carl Jung.
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Study Notes
The Id, Ego, and Superego
- Id: Unconscious, impulsive part of the psyche driven by "pleasure principle," seeking immediate gratification.
- Ego: Functions on "reality principle," balancing the demands of the id and the constraints of reality.
- Superego: Represents moral and idealistic standards, guiding individuals on right and wrong actions.
- Visual representations include:
- Id as a red devil expressing desire ("I want it now").
- Ego as a grey figure emphasizing planning ("I need to do a bit of planning to get it").
- Superego as a grey figure denying gratification ("You can't have it. It's not right").
- Concept illustrated with an iceberg model showing:
- Id as the submerged part.
- Ego as the visible part above water.
- Superego as just below the water surface.
Sigmund Freud (1856-1939)
- Proposed a tripartite model of the human psyche consisting of id, ego, and superego.
- Emphasized the unconscious mind's influence on behavior.
Aristotle (384-322 B.C.)
- Focused on the harmonious development of the self, integrating physical, economic, and social factors.
- Defined happiness as the result of wisdom and virtue.
- Introduced the concept of the Golden Mean, advocating for moderation and rational living to avoid extremes.
Charles Cooley (1864-1929)
- Developed the looking-glass self theory, explaining self-image formation.
- Three steps in this theory:
- Imagining one's appearance to others.
- Imagining how others judge that appearance.
- Developing feelings based on those perceived judgments.
George Herbert Mead (1863-1931)
- Argued the self is not innate but emerges through social experiences and interactions.
- Proposed that the self develops over time, influenced by relations with others and societal processes.
Introduction to Psychology
- The sense of self is defined as an individual's perception of their traits, beliefs, and purpose.
- The self is dynamic and evolves throughout one's life.
A. Socrates (496-399 B.C.)
- Famous for stating, "The unexamined life is not worth living," highlighting the importance of self-reflection.
Introduction to Anthropology
- Employs a holistic approach, viewing the self as a total entity encompassing physical, biological, psychological, social, and cultural aspects.
- Integrates various models to understand the self within a broader framework.
St. Augustine (354-430 AD)
- Merged Greek philosophy with Christian teachings regarding the self, describing it as a union of body and soul.
- Emphasized that every individual is created in God's image and for God, suggesting that love and acknowledgment of God's presence lead to inner peace.
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Explore the foundational elements of Freudian psychology in this quiz focusing on the Id, Ego, and Superego. Understand how these components interact in our psyche and what roles they play in forming our behaviors and desires. Test your knowledge about the pleasure principle, reality principle, and the moral aspects of personality.
