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1
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Unconscious mind is made up of three parts…

A

Conscious mind, pre conscious mind and unconscious mind

2
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What are the three aspects of personality

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The ID, the ego and the superego

3
Q

What is Eros

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Our unconscious life instinct

4
Q

What is thanatos

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Our unconscious death instinct which is our desire to reduce arousal, life and create destruction

5
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What is the ID?

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Instructive part of the personality

6
Q

What is the ego?

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The rational part

7
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What is the superego?

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Act as a morality principle

8
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How can catharsis be achieved?

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Through watching violent films or taking part in minor aggressive acts