Psychology Unplugged Freud and Psychoanalysis
May 18, 2025
Delve into the historical roots of psychoanalysis and discover Freud's profound influence on modern psychology. Explore his concepts of the unconscious mind and defense mechanisms, while critically assessing their relevance today. The discussion covers attachment theory, emphasizing the role of caregiver relationships in personality development. Social factors in psychoanalysis are examined, highlighting the contributions of Karen Horney. Gender dynamics are explored through concepts like the Oedipus complex and ‘womb envy’, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of psychological drives.
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Freud's Psychoanalysis Foundation
- Freud founded psychoanalysis focusing on unconscious forces driving thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
- His work was the foundation of psychotherapy despite lacking empirical validation.
Freud's Topographic Mind Model
- Freud's topographic model divides mind into conscious, pre-conscious, and unconscious.
- The unconscious contains repressed material driving behavior, central in psychoanalysis.
Freud's Defense Mechanisms
- Defense mechanisms protect the ego from anxiety by muting painful realities.
- Common defenses include repression, denial, projection, sublimation, and regression.
