PSYC 1002 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Erik Erikson, Anna Freud, Ego Psychology
28 Nov 2016
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Pulitzer prize, national book award for ghandi"s truth. Ego is more than just mediator between id and superego. Creative thinking, artistic expression, logical reasoning, joyful expression of emotions. Ego develops as it successfully resolves series of social crises. Occur in speci c sequence, each builds off previous stage. Must stricke a balance )e. g. trust vs. mistrust. Character strengths ego can use in resolving later crises. Successful resolution > increased ego strength for coping throughout life span, and eventually facing one"s death. Support from attachment research on importance of trust. Sense of mastery over environment; supportive, encouraging parenting > autonomy. Exploration of interpersonal abilities, initiating and making plans. Reaction by others very important: excessive punishment, controlled play > guilt. Awareness of one"s relative skill level based on social comparison with peers. Restricting use of skill due to self-criticism > inferiority. Failure to develop sense of belonging; isolation or rebellion > role confusion. Sharing wisdom and strengths with younger generation > generativity.
