Chapter 5 - Psychoanalyic (Freud)

Question 1

Major concepts of Psychoanalytic Theory?

Answer 1

• dynamics of unconscious and its influence on our behaviour
• understanding of transference and countertransference
• personality development at various stages of the life cycle
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Question 2

Major techniques?

Answer 2

1. analytic framework
2. free association – instead of hypnosis, Freud wanted clients to talk about what came to mind and analysing these thoughts
3. interpretation
4. dream analysis ( are unconscious attempts to work through conflicts or express desires too threatening to be allowed into awareness)
5. analysis of resistance
6. analysis of transference

Question 3

Jungian theory?

Answer 3

• not reductionist like Freud (id ego superego)
• Jung viewed ppl as positively and focused on individuation
• capacity to move toward wholeness and self-realisation
• explore unconscious and collective unconscious
• therapist assists client to tapping into his inner wisdom
• not just resolution of immediate problems but the transformation of personality.

Question 4

Using psycho-analytic point-of-view is particularly useful with:

Answer 4

1. understanding resistances (cancelling appointments, fleeing from within an appointment)
2. understanding that unfinished business can be worked through
3. understandng role of transference
4. overuse of ego defenses in daily life can keep client from functioning effectively

Question 5

Answer 5

Question 6

Transference & Countertransference

Answer 6

The main goal of psychoanalytic therapy is to bring unconscious material into consciousness and enhance the functioning of the ego, helping the individual become less controlled by biological drives or demands of the superego

Question 7

Limitations?

Answer 7

1. anonymous role assumed by some therapists. Unduly restrictive.
2. length of time for therapy. Freud wanted to see clients 6 times a week and Jung, a max of 2 times.
3. severely disturbed clients lack the level of ego strength needed for this treatment