Psychoanalysis theories Flashcards
History of theories
Seduction theory: sexual abuse is the root
Drive theory; Importance of fantasy and instinct
Structural theory; ego id and superego
Object relations theory; interpersonal representation of relationships
Conflict theory
Diff personality or character styles result from the compromise between underlying core wishes and the characteristic styles of defence used to manage these wishes.
Object relations theory
Internal objects influence the way people perceive others. Shaped by combo of real experience and unconscious wishes (unlike att theory)
Developmental arrest theory
Problems emerge as result of failure of caregivers to provide a good enough environment. Normal development becomes arrested.