psychodynamic theory Flashcards
1
Q
what is the theory
A
mind is split into the conscious mind and unconscious mind
2
Q
what is out unconscious mind split into according to Freud’s theory
A
instinctive drive (ID)
ego
superego
3
Q
ID meaning
A
focuses on pleasure only and is primitive (like a baby, ‘i want food and i want it now!’)
4
Q
ego meaning
A
regulates between the ID and superego
REALITY PRINCIPLE, wants to fit the environmental demands and needs of the ID
5
Q
superego
A
our conscience, concerned with values and morals and encourages us to do the right thing
