Psychology

Question 1

What is psychology?

Answer 1

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

Question 2

What is psychoanalysis?

Answer 2

Psychoanalysis is a psychological theory and therapeutic method developed by Sigmund Freud, focusing on the unconscious mind, early childhood experiences, and inner conflicts.

Question 3

What is Cognitive Dissonance?

Answer 3

This happens when a person experiences psychological discomfort because their actions conflict with their beliefs or values. To reduce this discomfort, they often rationalize or adjust their thinking to align with their behavior.

Example: Someone who values health but eats unhealthily might say, ‘Life is short; I should enjoy myself,’ to resolve the conflict between their behavior and beliefs.

Question 4

What is grandiose narcissism?

Answer 4

Grandiose narcissism is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and entitlement.

Question 5

Define psychopathy.

Answer 5

A total lack of empathy, impulsive behavior, and a lack of guilt or remorse.

Psychopaths are often thrill-seeking, fearless, and completely unconcerned with the consequences of their actions.

Question 6

What are the traits and shadow of the male archetype called ‘The Warrior’?

Answer 6

Traits: courage, discipline, authority and action.

Shadow: sadist (excessive aggression) or masochist (passive suffering).

Question 7

What are the traits and the shadow of the male archetype called ‘The Lover’?

Answer 7

Traits: passion, creativity, emotional connection and sensuality. Shadow: addiction (hedonism) or impotence (fear of intimacy).

Question 8

What are the traits and the shadow of the male archetype called ‘The Sage’?

Answer 8

Traits: knowledge, objectivity and philosophical thinking

Shadow: cynicism or over-intellectualism (detached from reality)

Question 9

What are the traits and the shadow of the male archetype called “The Magician?”

Answer 9

Traits: wisdom, insight, innovation and guidance.

Shadow: manipulator (deceptive) or detached (withholds knowledge).

Question 10

What are the traits and shadow of the male archetype called ‘The King’?

Answer 10

Traits: leadership, authority, protector of the realm.

Shadow: tyranny (domination) or weakness (abdication).

Question 11

What are the traits and the shadow of the male archetype called ‘The Hero’?

Answer 11

Traits: bravery, self-sacrifice, perseverance in adversity

Shadow: arrogance or recklessness

Question 12

Define sadism

Answer 12

Sadism involves deriving pleasure from causing pain, humiliation, or suffering to others, whether physically, emotionally, or socially.