Introduction
Sigmund Freud, was the founder of psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic theories. These theories are based on the belief that developmental changes occur because of the influence of internal drives and emotions on behavior. In this assignment we have to briefly explain, how does the psychosexual theory of development suggest, how parents must manage their children’s sexual drives during the first few crucial years of development? The Purpose of assignment is to evaluate whether the students are able to apply different concepts of psychosexual theory of development in daily life.
Freud's psychosexual theory of development.
Psychosexual development is a central element of the psychoanalytic sexual drive theory, that …show more content…
Freud believed this is why infants are born with a sucking reflex and desire their mother's breast. If a child's oral needs are not met during infancy, he or she may develop negative habits such as nail biting or thumb sucking to meet this basic need. These can be opportunities for parents to continue teaching accurate names for the genitals as many children at this age will have developed euphemisms for the genitals.
These interactions with parents can also provide an opportunity introduce the concept of privacy.
Before age 5, children need to learn that nudity and sexuality are not engaged in publicly.
Stages Ages Major Development (& Focus of Libido)
Oral: 0 to 1 Weaning off of breast feed or formula (Mouth, Tongue, Lips)
Phallic: 1 to 3 Toilet Training (Anus)
Latency: 3 to 6 Resolving Oedipus/Electra Complex (Genitals)
Anal : 6 to 12 Developing defense Mechanisms
Genital: 12+ Reaching full Sexual Maturity (Genitals)
Fathimath Shiuna 5611 Adolecence mandhu college 2015
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Anal Stage (1-3 …show more content…
Fathimath Shiuna 5611 Adolecence mandhu college 2015
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The common critiques of Freud's theory.
The first main criticism of psychoanalysis, is that the theory of psychoanalysis is far too simple to explain the many intricacies and complexities of the human mind. Plaut asserts that Freud's theory is simply a model, whose sole purpose is to simplify something incredibly complex to a point where it can be analyzed. I concur with Plaut that it is difficult to distinguish between simplification and oversimplification when modeling anything. However, I believe that parts of
Freudian theory are too generalized and fail to leave adequate room for exceptions to the general rule. I believe Freud's theories have been beneficial in treatment and understanding people. I maintain that because psychoanalysis was developed nearly a century ago and is still considered to be a credible and effective method of treatment for mental illness, at least significant parts of the theory are accurate. The second main criticism of psychoanalysis that Freud's theory is sexist and places too much emphasis on sex in general. I too find it hard to believe that all
Sigmund Freud, was the founder of psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic theories. These theories are based on the belief that developmental changes occur because of the influence of internal drives and emotions on behavior. In this assignment we have to briefly explain, how does the psychosexual theory of development suggest, how parents must manage their children’s sexual drives during the first few crucial years of development? The Purpose of assignment is to evaluate whether the students are able to apply different concepts of psychosexual theory of development in daily life.
Freud's psychosexual theory of development.
Psychosexual development is a central element of the psychoanalytic sexual drive theory, that …show more content…
Freud believed this is why infants are born with a sucking reflex and desire their mother's breast. If a child's oral needs are not met during infancy, he or she may develop negative habits such as nail biting or thumb sucking to meet this basic need. These can be opportunities for parents to continue teaching accurate names for the genitals as many children at this age will have developed euphemisms for the genitals.
These interactions with parents can also provide an opportunity introduce the concept of privacy.
Before age 5, children need to learn that nudity and sexuality are not engaged in publicly.
Stages Ages Major Development (& Focus of Libido)
Oral: 0 to 1 Weaning off of breast feed or formula (Mouth, Tongue, Lips)
Phallic: 1 to 3 Toilet Training (Anus)
Latency: 3 to 6 Resolving Oedipus/Electra Complex (Genitals)
Anal : 6 to 12 Developing defense Mechanisms
Genital: 12+ Reaching full Sexual Maturity (Genitals)
Fathimath Shiuna 5611 Adolecence mandhu college 2015
4
Anal Stage (1-3 …show more content…
Fathimath Shiuna 5611 Adolecence mandhu college 2015
5
The common critiques of Freud's theory.
The first main criticism of psychoanalysis, is that the theory of psychoanalysis is far too simple to explain the many intricacies and complexities of the human mind. Plaut asserts that Freud's theory is simply a model, whose sole purpose is to simplify something incredibly complex to a point where it can be analyzed. I concur with Plaut that it is difficult to distinguish between simplification and oversimplification when modeling anything. However, I believe that parts of
Freudian theory are too generalized and fail to leave adequate room for exceptions to the general rule. I believe Freud's theories have been beneficial in treatment and understanding people. I maintain that because psychoanalysis was developed nearly a century ago and is still considered to be a credible and effective method of treatment for mental illness, at least significant parts of the theory are accurate. The second main criticism of psychoanalysis that Freud's theory is sexist and places too much emphasis on sex in general. I too find it hard to believe that all