psychodynamic approach

Question 1

real world application

Answer 1

Freud introduced psychoanalysis; treated disorders psychologically than physically. involved accessing the unconscious mind through dream analysis, talking therapies, and counselling. showed the value of approach in creating a new approach.

Question 2

explanatory power

Answer 2

ability to explain human behaviour. used to explain personality development, origins of psychological disorders, and gender identity. draws links between childhood and adulthood. shows the positive impact.

Question 3

untestable concepts

Answer 3

we cannot empirically test the concepts (id/oedipus complex) as they occur at unconscious levels. we cannot prove if they are right or wrong which creates falsification. shows it is not scientific.

Question 4

psychic determinism

Answer 4

behaviour determined by unconscious conflicts/memories from childhood. no such thing as accident- always an unconscious cause. means there is no form of free will.