2.2- Individulistic theories

Question 1

What are the 2 psychodynamic theories

Answer 1

Freud-Psychoanalysis
Bowlby- Maternal deprivation

Question 2

What are the 3 aspects of Freud’s personality

Answer 2

The id
The ego
The superego

Question 3

Outline Freud’s psychoanalysis

Answer 3

Freud suggests that our early childhood experiences determine our future behaviour. For example, having an abnormal relationship with our parents during early socialisation may cause antisocial behaviour. Someone with a weakly developed superego will feel less guilt about deviant behaviour.

Question 4

What are the 3 dimensions of personality identified by Eyesenck

Answer 4

Extroverted- outgoing, sociable, impulsive
Introverted- reserved, thoughtful, quiet
Neurotic- Anxious, moody

Question 5

What are the 3 learning theories

Answer 5

Sutherland’s differential association
Operant learning theory
Social learning theory

Question 6

Outline social learning theory

Answer 6

Bandura suggests that we learn most of our behaviour through imitating others(models). One piece of evidence is the bobo doll study

Question 7

What are the 2 cognitive theories

Answer 7

Criminal personality theory- criminals are prone to faulty thinking
Moral development theory- Less developed morals