7 Famous Theories By Sigmund Freud
The Unconscious Mind
Much of our mind operates outside awareness, yet this unconscious part, full of drives and memories, strongly influences our actions and feelings.
Id, Ego, Superego
Personality has three parts: the impulsive id (basic urges), the moral superego (conscience), and the ego, which balances both with reality.
Meaning of Dreams
Dreams aren`t random; they are a "royal road" to the unconscious, expressing hidden wishes, thoughts, and conflicts in symbolic form.
Early Childhood`s Impact
Experiences in the first few years, including psychosexual stages, profoundly shape adult personality, behaviour, and potential mental health issues.
Defense Mechanisms
The ego uses unconscious tactics like repression or denial to protect us from anxiety by distorting reality when faced with unacceptable impulses.
The "Talking Cure"
Psychoanalysis is a therapy where patients talk freely to uncover unconscious conflicts, aiming for insight, emotional release, and growth.
Freudian Slips
Everyday mistakes in speech or action (parapraxes) are not random but are believed to reveal hidden unconscious thoughts, wishes, or conflicts.