Module 4.1 Psychological perspective of self (Freud)

Question 1

the mind that contains thoughts and feelings we are currently aware of

Answer 1

The Conscious

Question 2

consist of memories and thoughts that are not currently in our conscious awareness but can be easily accessed if needed

Answer 2

The Preconscious

Question 3

still exert a powerful influence on our behavior this elements often include repressed memories, hidden fears and unresolved conflicts

Answer 3

the Unconscious

Question 4

most basic and primal part of the personality present from birth the driven by the pleasure principle

Answer 4

the ID

Question 5

operates the reality principle, satisfy the id’s desires in realistic and socially appropriate manner

Answer 5

THE EGO

Question 6

it represent the internalized and strive for perfection this is responsible for the feelings of guilt

Answer 6

THE SUPEREGO

Question 7

pushing distressing or unacceptable thoughts into the unconscious mind

Answer 7

repression

Question 8

refusing to accept reality or facts there by blocking external events from awareness

Answer 8

DENIAL

Question 9

it allows individual to deny their own undesirable traits by seeing them in others instead

Answer 9

Projection

Question 10

this allows the individuals to express their feelings, but in a way that avoids direct confrontation

Answer 10

Displacement

Question 11

creating logical or socially acceptable explanation

Answer 11

Rationalization

Question 12

considers one of the most mature defense mechanisms because it transform negative energy into positive outcomes

Answer 12

Sublimation

Question 13

allows the individual to keep their true feelings hidden by exaggerating the opposite feelings

Answer 13

Reaction formation

Question 14

often occurs as a way of seeking comfort in familiar behaviors from childhood

Answer 14

Regression

Question 15

the individuals avoids dealings with the underlying emotions

Answer 15

Intellectualization

Question 16

engaging in a behavior meant to make amends or erase the anxiety caused by the original behavior

Answer 16

Undoing

Question 17

infant’s primary source of interaction occurs through the mouth

Answer 17

Oral stage

Question 18

the focus shifts to toilet training , the way parents handle toilet training can lead to different outcome

Answer 18

Anal stage

Question 19

begin to identify with their same-sex parents while developing sexual feelings for the opposite-sex parents

Answer 19

Phallic stage

Question 20

Sexual impulses are suppressed as children focus on social interactions and
learning.

Answer 20

Latency Stage

Question 21

Sexual interest reawakens, leading to mature romantic relationships

Answer 21

Genital Stage