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Freud (_____) Analysis of a phobia in a 5-year-old boy (phobia =_____________)
Sigmund Freud (1856-1939)
Summarise key features of Freud’s work:
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PSYCHOANALYTICAL THEORY
Also known as _______________________________ theory
Outline the controversies
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Historical context
How was Freud’s cultural context different from ours?
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Freud’s theory of the mind
Use this diagram to explain the theory
Structure of personality
Use this diagram to explain the structure
Defence mechanisms
Id, ego & superego can be in conflict
Causes anxiety, neuroses, etc.
Resolved by defence mechanisms
eg. __________________________________________________
Not totally successful leads to __________________________________
Personality development
Stage Age Feature
Oral
Anal
Phallic
Latent
Genital
Oedipus Complex
Use this diagram to explain the Complex in
boys
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The study
METHOD: Case study (Explain: _________________________________)
PARTICIPANT: “Little Hans” – 5 years old
Little Hans’ problem a phobia that “____________________________”
Hans’ father was a fan of Freud, interviewed his own son
Freud stayed in touch by letter – only met Hans for one interview
Why is this study important?
It illustrates Freud’s methods
Evidence to support his theory of childhood sexual development, esp.
Oedipus Complex
How did Freud’s method challenge popular views on children?
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Hans Analysis Conclusion
Details from Hans’ background
Nature of his phobia
Other behaviours
Fantasies
Resolution
Adult Hans
Other explanations…
Explain alternative explanations:
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Criticisms
List the main criticisms of Freud’s approach
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