Psychodynamic Theory and Related Concepts

A set of flashcards covering key psychological theories and concepts from the lecture notes.

Psychodynamic theory

Focuses on unconscious processes and childhood experiences.

Psychoanalytic theory

Freud’s original theory; behavior is influenced by unconscious drives.

Unconscious mind

Part of the mind holding thoughts outside of awareness, yet influencing behavior.

Conscious mind

Thoughts and feelings we are aware of.

Id

Primitive desires (pleasure principle).

Ego

Rational self (reality principle).

Superego

Morality (ideal self).

Iceberg Model of the Mind

Freud's model suggesting the majority of our mind is unconscious, similar to an iceberg.

Repression

Pushing disturbing thoughts out of awareness.

Denial

Refusing to accept reality.

Displacement

Redirecting emotions to a safer outlet.

Analytical psychology

Jung’s theory; focused on balancing conscious and unconscious.

Collective unconscious

Shared, inherited part of the unconscious with universal memories.

Archetypes

Universal, recurring symbols or images.

Observational learning

Learning by watching, exemplified by Bandura's Bobo Doll experiment.

Operant Conditioning

Learning through consequences, including reinforcement and punishment.

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

A framework outlining stages of human needs from physiological to self-actualization.

Client-Centered Therapy

Therapy focused on empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.

Logotherapy

Focuses on helping individuals find meaning in life.

Identity vs. role confusion

Erikson's stage emphasizing exploration of personal identity during adolescence.