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#981 Mikkel Borch-Jacobsen: Was Freud Really a Scientist?

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Understanding Freud's Drives and Culture

This chapter explores Freud's concept of 'drives', distinguishing them from instincts and outlining their biological roots. It examines the evolution of Freud's theories, including the contrasting ideas of life drives and death drives within the context of human motivations, societal structures, and cultural norms. Additionally, the chapter delves into the development of the superego, connecting individual psychological processes to broader anthropological themes.

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