The Psychodynamic Approach - AQA A
Level Psychology
Sigmund Freud - correct answer-A psychiatrist who is known to be the founder of the
psychodynamic approach. He developed the theory of psycho-analysis which helps patients
who are suffering from traumatic experiences.
Basic Assumptions of the Psychodynamic Approach - correct answer-1. The Unconscious
Mind
2. Instincts and Drives
3. Childhood Experiences
Basic Assumption: The Unconscious Mind - correct answer-The belief that the unconscious
mind is the driving force behind behaviour. A problem with behaviour can be cured by
accessing the unconscious mind.
Basic Assumption: Instincts and Drives - correct answer-The idea that instincts or drives help
motivate our behaviour. The psychosexual stages are influenced by instincts.
Basic Assumption: Childhood Experiences - correct answer-The belief that experiences as a
child plays an important role in making the person the way they are.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Conscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the mind
that is visible and easy to access.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Pre-Conscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the
mind that is made up of thoughts that are inaccessible but can appear at any point, such as
memories.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Unconscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the mind
that is not visible and cannot be accessed such as instincts and drives. or traumatic
experiences.
The Structure of Personality - Id (Pleasure Principle) - correct answer-(Birth - 18 months)
The part of personality that seeks pleasure for the self.
The Structure of Personality - Ego (Reality Principle) - correct answer-(18 months - 3 years)
The part of the personality that balances the influence of the other elements of personality
(The id and the superego). If any one of them is dominant then behaviour and health of an
individual can be affected.
The Structure of Personality - Superego (Morality Principle) - correct answer-(3 years to 6
years) - It acts as an individuals conscience and helps form their moral code, so they know
the differences between what is right and wrong.
Level Psychology
Sigmund Freud - correct answer-A psychiatrist who is known to be the founder of the
psychodynamic approach. He developed the theory of psycho-analysis which helps patients
who are suffering from traumatic experiences.
Basic Assumptions of the Psychodynamic Approach - correct answer-1. The Unconscious
Mind
2. Instincts and Drives
3. Childhood Experiences
Basic Assumption: The Unconscious Mind - correct answer-The belief that the unconscious
mind is the driving force behind behaviour. A problem with behaviour can be cured by
accessing the unconscious mind.
Basic Assumption: Instincts and Drives - correct answer-The idea that instincts or drives help
motivate our behaviour. The psychosexual stages are influenced by instincts.
Basic Assumption: Childhood Experiences - correct answer-The belief that experiences as a
child plays an important role in making the person the way they are.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Conscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the mind
that is visible and easy to access.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Pre-Conscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the
mind that is made up of thoughts that are inaccessible but can appear at any point, such as
memories.
The Role of the Unconscious - The Unconscious Mind - correct answer-The part of the mind
that is not visible and cannot be accessed such as instincts and drives. or traumatic
experiences.
The Structure of Personality - Id (Pleasure Principle) - correct answer-(Birth - 18 months)
The part of personality that seeks pleasure for the self.
The Structure of Personality - Ego (Reality Principle) - correct answer-(18 months - 3 years)
The part of the personality that balances the influence of the other elements of personality
(The id and the superego). If any one of them is dominant then behaviour and health of an
individual can be affected.
The Structure of Personality - Superego (Morality Principle) - correct answer-(3 years to 6
years) - It acts as an individuals conscience and helps form their moral code, so they know
the differences between what is right and wrong.
