The Psychodynamic Approach (A Level Only) (AQA A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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Who founded the psychodynamic approach?
Who founded the psychodynamic approach?
Sigmund Freud
According to the psychodynamic approach, before what age does most psychological development occur?
According to the psychodynamic approach, before what age does most psychological development occur?
Age 6
Which part of the mind is considered more influential in determining behaviour?
Which part of the mind is considered more influential in determining behaviour?
The unconscious mind
In Freud's iceberg model, what does the tip of the iceberg above water represent?
In Freud's iceberg model, what does the tip of the iceberg above water represent?
The conscious mind
What characteristic defines the pre-conscious mind?
What characteristic defines the pre-conscious mind?
Thoughts can easily surface when needed
What does the unconscious mind contain?
What does the unconscious mind contain?
Drives, instincts & traumatic memories
At what age does the id develop and which principle does it operate by?
At what age does the id develop and which principle does it operate by?
Birth to 18 months; pleasure principle
What is the primary function of the ego?
What is the primary function of the ego?
Balance competing demands of id & superego
Between what ages does the superego develop?
Between what ages does the superego develop?
3 to 6 years
What are defence mechanisms?
What are defence mechanisms?
Unconscious strategies to reduce anxiety