Lec 73 Models of the Mind Flashcards
(48 cards)
What is freud’s view of adult psychology?
linked to unconscious mental life and childhood-developmental experiences
psych symptoms reflect imperfect attempt of ego to restore equilibrium
What are the core psychodynamic assumptions?
automaticity: unconscious mental activity directs behavior, thoughts, feelings
approach vs avoidance: parts of mind always in conflict
ongoing emotional regulation: mind modifies/disavows experiences to preserve equilibrium = defense mech
past is alive in present: relationship patterns are repeated
What is non-conscious?
mental functioning not represented in consciousness and of which one is unaware including basic physiologic drives
devoid of logic or sense of time [ex. dreams]
also called unconscious processing
What is unconsciousness?
lack of consciousness or responsiveness to people and other environmental stimuli
What is subliminal?
that which is below an individual’s threshold for conscious perception
When does neural response to stimulus take place?
100s of msecs before awareness
What is the default mode network?
the brain at rest in absence of conscious awareness = certain brain regions constantly active when awake but not focused on the outside world; decrease activity when brain focuses on new task
orchestrates how brain organizes memories and systems needing preparation for future events; synchronizes parts of brain
brain probably makes constant predictions about outside environment in anticipation of receiving sensory input
How do unconscious vs conscious processess occur?
unconscious = parallel conscious = serial
What is the greatest predictor of future experience? what does this mean?
past experience –> pathways function relatively automatically under stress leading to rigid patterns and less flexibility
What is conscious vs preconscious vs unconscious?
conscious: thoughts in your mind at the moment = logical
preconscious: info not currently in awareness but readily accessible
unconscious: info not easily accessible to consciousness, including basic physio drives devoid of logic or sense of time
What is affect of subliminal stimuli in different pts?
- subliminal stimuli generate effects/actions
- these effects often related to personal meaning of that stimulus to a specific patient
these actions can be initiated with or without conscious awareness of the goal or how one’s behavior has been motivated
What is Id? When does it appear?
Id = “It” = totally unconscious = What we are born with
- unconscious primal urges: food, sex, aggression
- drives instinct, allows our basic needs to be met
- primitive processes based on pleasure principle
What is the economic model of development?
early experiences create a template for personal responses
What happens if Id gets too strong?
impulses and self-gratification can take over life
What is Ego? When does it appear?
Ego = “I”, “Me” = conscious and unconscious
appears age 3+
- mediator between Id and superego [primal urges vs acceptable behavior
- strength to satisfy needs of id, not upset superego, while considering reality of every situation
== executive of the psyche
What is superego? When does it appear?
Superego = “Above me” = conscious and unconscious
- conscious and unconscious moral values, conscience, self-criticism
- denies gratification, can lead to self-blame and attack on the ego
appears age 5+
What happens if superego gets too strong?
person may be driven by rigid morals and may be judgmental/unbending in interactions
What is updated psychodynamics about?
- unconscious processes directing behavior, thoughts, feelings, responses
- parts of mind in conflict [approach vs avoidance]
- past alive in present –> repeating relationship patterns
- mind regulates emotional experience to preserve equilibrium and avoid dissonance
What is transference?
unconscious transfer of past relationship pattern onto someone present [physician]
ex. psychiatrist is seen as parent
What is countertransference?
doctor projects feelings about formative or other important persons onto patient
ex. patient reminds physician of younger sibling
What is transference to medications?
transference to medications/procedures –> expectations and conditioning affect adherence and response [placebo!]
What is concordant countertransference?
doctor experiences pts feelings = empathy
= pt sad/angry so doctor sad/angry
What is complementary countertransference?
doctor has feelings similar to what other people in pt’s life have felt in response to the pt = role responsiveness = mirrored brain activations between individuals
–> pt feels victimized + doctor feels hostile
What are ego defenses?
unconscious mental processes to resolve conflict and prevent undesirable feelings =
unconsciously distort or keep out of awareness certain perceptions to preserve emotional equilibrium and protect self esteem
preserve ilusion of control and help maintain cohesive sense of self
active in anxiety/stress situations
