Psychodynamic approach: Main assumptions (OCR A-Level Psychology): Revision Notes

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5.4.1 Psychodynamic approach: Main assumptions

Assumptions:

  • Most of our mind is made up of the unconscious, which is the part of the mind that we are entirely unaware of
  • Our behaviour and personality are powerfully affected by unconscious motives.
  • Our behaviour and personality as adults stem from childhood experiences.

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