PSY 405 Week 2 - Team Psychodynamic Personality Theories Paper

PSY 405 Week 2 - Team Psychodynamic Personality Theories Paper and Matrix

Complete the Psychodynamic Personality Theories Matrix, using the text, the University Library, the Internet, and other resources.

Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word analysis of the strengths and limitations of the theories listed in explaining individuals’ behavior. Address the following:

•   Describe how psychodynamic theories affect individual personalities.

•   Explain how psychodynamic theories influence interpersonal relationships.

Attach your matrix to your analysis when you submit it to your faculty 

Discussion Questions:

Do you agree with Freud’s belief that people are motivated by things of which they have little or no awareness? Why or why not?

What defense mechanisms are identified by Freud? What is their purpose? Is it possible for them to become harmful? Why or why not?

What are some psychodynamic theories? Which has had the greatest effect on studying personality? Why?