Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for evaluating and treating pathologies explained as originating in conflicts in the psyche, through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst. In simple terms, Sigmund Freud's theory suggests that human behavior is influenced by unconscious memories, thoughts, and urges. This theory also proposes that the psyche comprises three aspects: the id, ego, and superego. The id is entirely unconscious, while the ego operates in the conscious mind.
THE ID
The representation of the unconscious mind. It is the biologically determined instinct in which a person possesses right from birth. Babies are all id; gratification regardless of the consequences.
THE EGO
The representation of the conscious mind, made up of thoughts, memories, perception, and feelings that gives a person a sense of identity and personality. Mediates between the id and reality. Seeks pleasure, avoids pain, knows action has consequences.
THE SUPER EGO
The moderating factor of society's traditional morals and taboos as seen in the fact that not every person acts on impulse. Mediates between the id and the society. Challenges us to play our ideal parts.
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