The structure of the personality

What did frued believe our personality consisted of?

three parts, each of which demands gratification the id ego and super ego I believe that the way they developed the next person we become

how are the ego and super ego developed and what happens when they conflict?

these three elements of the personality are shaped through anxiety conflict between the Ed ego and super ego crate anxiety unresolved conflict can cause mental disorders

Briefly explain the id of the psych and how it influence behaviour

develops from birth to 18 months : it operates solely in the unconscious

It contains the libido

Referred to as the ‘pleasure principles’ it demands immediate gratification/regardless of the circumstances (it’s impulsive)

Child like ,selfish ,hedonistic , instinct driven and entirely focused on the self

briefly explain the ego of the psych and how it influence his behaviour

develops from 18 months to 3 years old

Referred to as the reality principal

Mediate and ensure balance between the id’s impulsive demands and the moralistic demands of the superego as well as the reality of the external world

It is able to delay the id’s drive for pleasure until there is a more appropriate opportunity to satisfy demands

briefly explain the superego part of the psych and how it influences behaviour

Developed from the age of 3 to 6

Referred to as the morality principle

It helps the personality to form a moral code

It develops as a result of interactions with parents (socialisation) - child internalises their values

which part of the psych are in direct conflict with another? what copes with the conflict

The if and the super ego and so it’s a job of the ego to cope with the demands of each by allowing them to express themselves at the appropriate times

example examples of behaviours that could occur if the id dominates the personality

A person may act impulsively to satisfy their desires such as stealing something they want without consider considering the consequences

example of behaviours that could occur at the super ego dominates a personality

A person may feel excessive guilt or anxiety over minor mistakes or deny themselves enjoyment because they believe it’s morally wrong