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Unconscious Mind
In Defense of the Unconscious Mind
Before attempting to enter the discussion regarding whether or not there is an unconscious mind, one must first define one's own understanding of that concept. If the unconscious mind is something akin to Freud's ego, then it is a mixture of long-term thought processes and conscious. Our unconscious mind silently reminds us of our responsibilities and long-term goals. Unlike the conscious mind, which can be a hotbed of activity and impulses, the unconscious mind is steady, keeping pace, and defining our actions.
Thus, I believe in an unconscious mind as a regulator. Without one, I am convinced that humans would be too impulsive in their decisions. Most of us do not analyze and process information in our conscious minds. Instead, we leave that task up to the unconscious mind, which often provides us with hints as to the outcomes of these deliberations when they are most needed. When we analyze in our conscious mind, it is generally because we are hard pressed about a decision or event. We consider deeply how to make amends with the friend we wronged, and we carefully analyze the costs and benefits of moving to a new home. Still, we make these kinds of decisions every day without realizing that we are analyzing them. For instance, we decide to go to work, to buy a sweater or lunch, and to take the expressway instead of the back roads. These decisions are similar to the ones previously mentioned as mulled over in conscious mind, but we do not remember analyzing them. This is because it is done in the unconscious mind. instance, deja vu, coincidences, and understandings that have not been learned can all be considered part of the unconscious mind. These incidents allow us to understand that we are constantly analyzing and processing information, even if we are not aware of it.
Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytic theory suggest that early stages of human development have a significant impact on our relationships and our ego throughout the life span. According to Freudian theories, manifested behavior is based on latent problems of the past. The therapeutic process of psychoanalysis is designed to help the client become aware of past problems or latent desires that have been suppressed during the process of psychological development. Key themes
Question 1 There is a direct link between the unconscious mind and the ego’s defense mechanisms because defense mechanisms “operate at the unconscious level,” (McLeod, 2009). In fact, it is the ego that is responsible for creating and maintaining defense mechanisms, to defend itself from perceived attacks or to maintain a perceived equilibrium. Typically, people remain unaware that they are using defense mechanisms to react to discomfort. Psychotherapy is in part
Psychodynamic Family TherapyPsychodynamic Family Therapy is a combination of psychoanalytic theory and family systems theory. Psychoanalytic theory focuses on the role of the unconscious mind, along with early childhood experiences, and how relationships shape a person�s actions. When applied to families, it looks at the underlying, unconscious factors that impact family interactions and relationships (Gladding, 2019).One key concept is that of developmental stages. Psychodynamic theory suggests that individuals go through
Psychoanalysis The opening phase of dynamic psychotherapy helps the therapist to understand why the patient is seeking treatment; what kind of triggers to current problems are present; and house troubled the patient is in terms of both physical and psychological health (text p. 41). Yalom (1989) allows for several sessions of introductory therapy, also in keeping with the psychodynamic model. At this introductory phase, the therapist gets an idea of what
Grief Freud's theory of Grief and bereavement Grade Course Id, Ego and the Superego or the conscious and the unconscious mind are some of the terms which are well-known by almost every individual. These words not only point out to the field of Psychology but also to the man who coined them and proposed a new realm of theories behind each of it; Sigmund Freud. He is famous for being the father
Personality Theory Analysis The trait theory and the psychoanalytic theory are two theories that attempt to explain personality and behavior, but are two entirely different approaches. The trait theory approaches personality with combinations of personality traits and measurements of individual traits in attempting to explain personality and behavior. On the other hand, the psychoanalytic theory explores the unconscious through behavior, feelings, self-esteem, and social contexts in attempting to explain personality and