Individualistic Theories- Psychodynamic Theories Flashcards
1
Q
What were Freuds conclusions based on
A
His 38 known patients
Mostly female
Mostly white
Small sample size
2
Q
According to Freud Deviant behaviour is based on what ?
A
Unbalanced or unhealthy Psyche
3
Q
An unbalanced psyche is caused by what
A
Childhood trauma
When parents neglect the child or are too strict
Need a balanced psyche: id, ego, superego
4
Q
Criminality may be caused by a ?
A
An overharsh superego
A weak superego
A deviant superego
5
Q
What did Freud suggest
A
Suggested that psychoanalysis is the only way to restore balance in the psyche and therefore reduce offending
