ANALYZING ADOLESCENCE THROUGH THE LENS OF FREUDIANISM
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Freudian theory suggests that the unresolved conflicts from earlier stages (such as the oral, anal, and phallic stages) can re-emerge during adolescence, influencing behavior and personality.Abstract
Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, introduced a theoretical framework that has had a profound impact on our understanding of human development, including adolescence. According to Freud, psychological development occurs in a series of psychosexual stages, each characterized by conflicts that must be resolved for healthy development. Adolescence, a crucial developmental phase, is predominantly associated with the genital stage, where the primary focus of psychological energy shifts towards the mature handling of sexual impulses.
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