3A-Freud-Psychoanalytic Perspective

Psychoanalytic Perspective

Sigmund Freud’s approach to understanding human behavior through unconscious motivations.

The ID

The part of the personality representing basic biological drives and needs that demand instant gratification.

The Ego

The rational part of the mind that moderates and restricts the pleasure-seeking impulses of the id.

The Superego

The component of personality that acts as the conscience, facilitating moral reasoning and ethical decision-making.

Psychosexual Development

Freud's theory that individuals must progress through five stages of development to avoid issues related to repressed sexual urges.

Oral Stage

The first stage of psychosexual development, where pleasure centers on the mouth.

Anal Stage

The second stage of psychosexual development, where pleasure focuses on bowel and bladder control.

Phallic Stage

The third stage of psychosexual development, where the focus of pleasure shifts to the genitals.

Latency Stage

The fourth stage of psychosexual development, characterized by a period of sexual calm and development of social skills.

Genital Stage

The final stage of psychosexual development, where sexual maturity is reached and romantic interests develop.