Freud's Theories

Question 1

Structural Theory

Answer 1

• ID: “pleasure principle” unconscious source of basic Desires
• Ego: “reality principle” - seeks to satisfy basic desire in socially acceptable way
• Superego: moral & Ethical ability to choose right from wrong

Question 2

Psychosexual Stages:

Oral Stage

Answer 2

-Birth to 1 yr. : Mouth is main source of instant gratification

Question 3

Psychosexual Stages:

Anal Stage

Answer 3

-1 to 3yrs.: child gains control over bowel movement & toilet training

Question 4

Psychosexual Stages:

Phallic Stage

Answer 4

3 to 6 yrs. child is curious about their sexual organs & explores others

Question 5

Psychosexual Stages:

Latency Stage

Answer 5

-6 to puberty: basic desires are repressed & expressed in socially acceptable ways (i.e., sports, friendships, & hobbies)

Question 6

Psychosexual Stages:

Genital Stage

Answer 6

• Puberty & onward
• Individual is no longer driven by instant gratification
• Only & is independent & has concern for others (i.e., relationships & adult responsibilities)

Question 7

Fixated (Unresolved) Personality Types:

Oral Personality:

Answer 7

-Infantile, demanding, & dependent

Question 8

Fixated (Unresolved) Personality Types:

Anal Personality:

Answer 8

-Stingy & inflexible

Question 9

Fixated (Unresolved) Personality Types:

Phallic Personality:

Answer 9

-Exploits others sexually with no regard for their needs/ concerns