Psychodynamic Approaches

Flashcards about Psychodynamic Approaches

Psychodynamic Approach

An approach based on Freudian psychoanalytic theory.

Key components of Psychodynamic Approach

Includes spirituality, attachment, and the relational model.

Psychodynamic Frames

View occupation as a primary path to a meaningful life.

Occupation

A necessary building block to satisfying human relationships.

Change in Psychodynamic Approach

Change occurs by working through conflicts.

Method for change

Using activities for emotional expression and interpretation.

How change occurs

Learning and performance.

Motivation

Comes from drive reduction.

Motivation through

Directing psychic energy toward the mastery of ego skills.

Group intervention

Conducted by evaluating and learning based on previous experiences and emotions.

Group goals

Develop and practice ego skills.

Ego skills

Reality testing.

Ego skills

Body image.

Ego skills

Self identity.

Ego skills

Self esteem.

Ego skills

Sense of control.

Ego skills

Use of healthy defenses and coping strategies.

Role of the leader

Makes learning possible by not taking over the group.

Role of the leader

Does not make decisions for the group or rescue them from difficulties.

Role of the leader

Encourages the group to solve problems.