AP Psych 4.4-4.5b

Psychoanalysis

Freud's therapy for unconscious thoughts.

Unconscious

Mind's hidden thoughts and memories.

Free Association

Spontaneous speaking in therapy sessions.

Id

instinct-driven component of personality (Freud).

Ego

Rational part mediating desires and reality (Freud).

Super Ego

Morality-driven conscience in personality (Freud).

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies to cope and protect ego (Freud).

Repression

Subconscious blocking of uncomfortable thoughts (Freud).

Collective Unconscious

Shared universal memories and instincts (Jung).

Terror-Management Theory

Coping function of awareness of mortality.

Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)

Projective test revealing inner thoughts.

Projective Test

Tools revealing personality through responses.

Rorschach Inkblot Test

Inkblots assess inner thoughts and emotions.

Humanistic Theories

Focus on personal growth and potential.

Hierarchy of Needs

Maslow's motivational theory of needs.

Self-Actualization

Realizing personal potential and capabilities.

Self-Transcendence

Personal growth beyond self-interest (Maslow).

Unconditional Positive Regard

Acceptance without conditions (Rogers).

Self Concept

Perception of oneself and identity.

psychodynamic theories

Theory emphasizing unconscious mind influence.

personality

Unique patterns of thoughts and behaviors