Ch 4 Vocabulary 2410

Question 1

Collective Unconscious

Answer 1

Carl Jung’s concept of a shared, inherited reservoir of memories and experiences common to all humans.

Question 2

Archetype

Answer 2

Universal, symbolic images or patterns found in the collective unconscious, such as the hero, mother, or trickster.

Question 3

Introversion

Answer 3

A personality orientation where a person tends to be more focused on internal thoughts, feelings, and ideas rather than external stimuli.

Question 4

Striving for Superiority

Answer 4

Adler’s theory that individuals are driven to overcome feelings of inferiority and achieve personal growth and self-improvement.

Question 5

Basic Anxiety

Answer 5

Karen Horney’s idea that feelings of helplessness and insecurity develop in response to inadequate parenting or environmental factors.

Question 6

Shadow

Answer 6

Jung’s concept of the unconscious aspect of the personality that contains repressed weaknesses and desires.

Question 7

Extraversion

Answer 7

is a personality orientation that focuses more on social interactions and external stimuli.

Question 8

Social Interest

Answer 8

Adler’s belief that a healthy personality includes concern for the welfare of others and contributions to society.

Question 9

Inferiority Complex

Answer 9

Alfred Adler’s concept of an overwhelming feeling of inadequacy can lead to overcompensation or withdrawal from social situations.

Question 10

Identity Crisis

Answer 10

Erik Erikson’s term for the struggle to form a coherent sense of self often occurs during adolescence.