Freud's Theory Flashcards
Where and when was Sigmund Freud born?
Born in the Czech Republic in 1856
How did Freud’s parents treat him compared to his siblings?
He received special treatment for his intellectual abilities; the only room with an oil lamp for studying, and his siblings were not allowed to play instruments to avoid disturbing him
What delayed Freud’s marriage to Martha Bernays?
Financial constraints; he had to postpone their marriage several times until they could afford it
What was Freud’s first research problem in university?
The sex characteristics of male eels
How did Freud’s experimentation with cocaine affect his career?
He was criticized for advocating its use beyond surgical procedures, and he later tried to erase memories of his endorsement
Who exposed Freud to early versions of hypnosis?
Jean-Martin Charcot in Paris
Who was Josef Breuer’s patient that influenced Freud’s work?
Bertha Pappenheim, also known as Anna O
What technique did Freud develop that could cure hysterical symptoms?
Free Association
What was Freud’s conclusion about the basis of hysteria
Early sexual experiences
Why was Freud’s early work met with opposition?
His open discussions of infantile sexuality conflicted with the puritanical standards of Victorian Europe
What marked the beginning of international recognition for Freud’s work?
The Clark University Lecture Series in 1909
What are the two instincts that motivate human behavior according to Freud?
Libido (sex/reproduction instinct) and Thanatos (death/aggression instinct)
What are the three structures of Freud’s model of the mind, and when do they develop
Id (at birth) ego (around 2 years old) superego (around 4 years old)
What happens when the id has too much control in an unhealthy personality
The person is primarily motivated by their own selfish desires
What is the primary goal of Freudian psychoanalysis?
To bring unconscious material into consciousness to resolve internal conflicts
