Topic 4 - Freud Flashcards
What did Freud say?
All behaviour is driven by unconscious process
What is the personality made up of?
The id, the super ego, and the ego
What are the two that are constantly in conflict.
Id and superego
What is the role of the ego?
To find balance (e.g. satisfy desires of I’d without breaking morals of superego)
What happens if the desire of the id are not satisfied?
It causes a build-up of aggressive energy which can lead to self-destruction and violence
What did he say about sport?
Sports can be cathartic, allowing us to release this built-up aggression in a socially acceptable way
What is displacement / sublimation?
Aggressive energy is directed from the try target of aggression to an alternative
Is Freud’s thoughts scientific?
No