What's the Function?
This ego function allows a person to distinguish between internal thoughts and external reality.
"My boss didn't say good morning to me. He definitely doesn't like me"
Reality testing
This part of Freud's structural model is primitive and is only interested in instant gratification.
Id
This type of analysis helps the client to identify recurring patterns lying in their unconscious.
dream analysis
This theorist was the first to posit that our impulses lie within our unconscious.
The ability to paraphrase, maintain appropriate eye contact, and allow for silence.
Active listening
This ego function regulates the ability to delay or manage impulses.
Control of impulses and drives
"If you do that, these are the consequences," says the moral part of Freud's structural model.
Superego
Dreams are said to emerge based on thoughts and feelings held in this area of the psyche.
The shadow
This theorist was expected to take over the Psychoanalytic Center in Vienna, but disagreed with Freud that sexual stages were the center of human development.
Jung
"You know, something struck me when you mentioned your sister earlier"
Professional curiosity
"Don't call my bestfriend, bestfriend!!"
Object relations
The "executive" of personality. The one that makes the decision.
The ego
True/False: Positive traits may also be hidden in our "shadow"
True
Young boys will grow up to resent their father and marry their mother.
Freud
Open-ended questions.
This ego function supports the person's ability to meet challenges and feel effective.
A child using a fork to feed themselves.
Mastery-competence
Mediates between the Id (internal drives) and superego (moral compass).
Explain Jung's interpretation of how dreams are connected to the human experience.
Professor's judgment
He believed building relationships and social constructs were a central part of treatment.
Adler
Adler used this type of questioning to help clients challenge their private logic.
Socratic questioning
"I can't figure this out. I'm going for a walk to take a break"
Adaptive regression in service of the ego
This intervention used by Freud allows the client to say whatever comes to mind without censorship.
Free association
The shadow expression of this archetype may also be naive.
The innocent
Believed birth order influenced personality development and social interactions.
Adler
Take the class through the miracle question
Professor's judgment