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Define theory. How will you know if a theory is worthwhile? What is meant by saying that a useful theory is falsifiable?
Freud’s model of the mind, introduced in the 1920s, had three main components: Id, Ego, and Superego. Give a brief definition of these three components. How do they function?
What is the “unconscious” according to Freud? What is conscious thought in Freud’s theory?
Describe one technique that Freud used to help his patients understand their unconscious mind. How did it work?
What is a strength of Freud’s theory? What is a limitation?
Much of Freud’s theory was developed 100 years ago. Given your reading, what is one concept that you thought was valuable or useful in your life today?
Each term below relates to defense mechanisms which are automatic and unconscious responses to stress. Define each term briefly and give an example.
Repression
Projection
Sublimation