Psychology: Psychodynamic approach with Sheeraz

Id

Operates on the pleasure principle, seeks immediate gratification.

Ego

Operates on the reality principle, tries to find a realistic way do the desires of the Id and the moral principle of the superego

Superego

Has an internalised sense of right or wrong, it operates on the moral principle.

• Oral Fixation

• Over-dependence on oral activities for comfort.

• Anal Retentive:

• Excessive need for order and control.

• Anal Expulsive:

• Lack of self-discipline and messy behavior.

• Phallic Fixation:

• Issues with sexual identity and relationships.

• Latency:

• Past conflicts influencing social and intellectual development.

• Genital:

• Difficulties in forming mature relationships.