Lecture 16: Neo-Psychoanalysis Wrap Up

A collection of vocabulary flashcards summarizing key concepts from the lecture on Neo-Psychoanalysis.

Karen Horney

Psychoanalyst known for her theories on feminine psychology and rejection of penis envy.

Basic Anxiety

Anxiety acquired in childhood that leads to neurotic needs in adulthood.

Neurotic Needs

Unrealistic and contradictory needs that can lead to self-defeating behaviors, such as the need for a perfect partner or to be loved by all.

Ego Development

The process by which the ego develops, integrating the individual with their social environment.

Psychosocial Crisis

A challenge to overcome at each stage of psychosocial development, associated with a specific virtue.

Integrity vs. Despair

The final stage in Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, reflecting on one's life and either achieving wisdom or experiencing despair.

Generativity vs. Stagnation

A stage in Erikson's model where adults create or nurture things that will outlast them, or face stagnation.

Identity vs. Role Confusion

A stage in adolescents where they search for personal identity, potentially leading to confusion about their role in society.

Freudian vs. Eriksonian Theory

Freud focused on psychosexual stages primarily during early childhood, while Erikson expanded this to psychosocial stages throughout the entire lifespan.

Cultural Factors in Personality Development

The influence of cultural expectations and societal roles on personality development, as emphasized by Horney and Erikson.