Psychoanalytic theory outlines Sigmund Freud's view of the mind as consisting of the id, ego, and superego. The id is the unconscious, childish part driven by the pleasure principle. The ego is the conscious mediator between the id and reality. The superego incorporates societal moral standards and pushes against the id's desires. Freud believed these parts develop through early childhood stages and influence decision making and character.

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2. Psychoanalytic Theory
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Outline
Principles
Parts of mind
Development
Characteristics
Examples

4. Principles
Id
Pleasure
Ego
Reality
Superego
Moral
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5. Part
Id
Unconscious
Ego
Conscious
Superego
Unconscious
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6. Development
Id
By birth
Ego
Oral
stage
(0-1 year)
Superego
Phallic
stage
(3-6 year)
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7. Characteristics
Id
Childish and
impulsive part
wants things
instantly
does not think about
consequences
Ego
Mediates between
the id and the
superego
Decision-making
abilities
Realistically find
pleasure and avoid
pain
Superego
Takes into account
the influence of
society
Gain moral standards
from environment,
past experiences.
Pushes against the
id’s desires.
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8. Id Ego Superego
I want it now. I need to do a bit of
planning to get it.
You can’t have it.
It’s Not right.
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9. Id Ego Superego
Example 9

10. Id Ego Superego
Example 10

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