Psychodynamic Explanations

Question 1

Psychodynamic explanations

Answer 1

Crim behaviour rooted in childhood

X unconscious conflicts

Esp formation of Superego

Question 2

Superego

Answer 2

Phallic stage 3-6

Morality principle

Oedipus x Electra complex resolved at this point

Inadequate= emotional, primitive demands guide moral behaviour

Question 3

Weak Superego

Answer 3

Abscence of same sex parent

During phallic stage

Lack of understanding

Between right x wrong

Question 4

Deviant Superego

Answer 4

Identifies with same sex parent

With immoral standards of behaviour

Doesn’t associate guilt with criminal behaviour

Question 5

Over- harsh Superego

Answer 5

Excessive punishment

Increases individual guilt

Seems punishment

Commits crime to relieve guilt

Question 6

MATERNAL DEPRIVATION

Answer 6

Emotional and intellectual consequences

Of separation between a child and mother (with no substitute)

Continuous care = essential for normal psych development

Prolonged separation from this adult

Causes serious damage to development

Question 7

Affectionless psychopathy