PSCYHODYNAMIC APPROACH

Question 1

define “the psychodynamic approach”

Answer 1

a perspective that highlights the different forces (most of which are unconscious) that operate on the mind and direct human behaviour

Question 2

what sigma freud suggest about the mind?

Answer 2

-most of the mind is made up of the unconscious
-biological drives and instincts stem from unconscious and significantly influences our behaviour and personality
-unconscious contain memories that have been repressed

Question 3

what makes up the “tripartite” personality?

Answer 3

-ID
-EGO
-SUPEREGO

Question 4

describe the features of the ID

Answer 4

The ID is made up of selfish and aggressive instincts that demand instant gratification
-entirely unconscious

Question 5

describe the features of the EGO

Answer 5

The EGO is describe as the “reality check” that balances the conflicting demands of the ID and SUPEREGO
-mediator between id and superego
-develops around 2 years of age
-reduces conflict

Question 6

describe the features of the SUPEREGO

Answer 6

SuperEgo is seen as the moralistic part of our personalities which represents the “ideal” self and how we ought to be.
-formed at the end of the phallic stage
-internalized sense of right and wrong
-punishes the ego for wrong-doing (guilt)