Psychology 2310A/B- Midterm Exam Guide - Comprehensive Notes for the exam ( 52 pages long!)

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2310A/B
• Professor: Katerina Rnic

Document Summary

Conscious mind = thoughts that are presently in our minds. Pre conscious mind = thoughts, memories that are easily accessible. Unconscious mind = deep rooted memories, belief or conflicts. Psychodynamic theory works to surface the unconscious mind to relieve whatever deep-rooted struggle you are having problems with. someone is a problematic smoker, the psychodynamic stage would argue that you are stuck in the oral stage of development. Projection is a part of psychodynamic (look up in textbook) )t also focuses on the psychosexual stages of development (cid:523)oral, anal, phallic etc). Was never used before because it(cid:495)s not directly observable. Cognitive theories are theories that look at cognition, thoughts etc. How does behavior increase or decrease if the individual is rewarded? role of thinking the role of belief, the role of interpretation. Because these thoughts and beliefs are going to shape our behavior and emotions. Automatic thoughts, thoughts running through your mind, your internal dialogue throughout the day ex.