5.5.3.3 Phallic Stage

• What is the age range for the Phallic Stage?

  3 to 6 years old
• What are the key characteristics of the Phallic Stage?

  • Age: 3 to 6 years old
  • Awareness of genitals
  • Exploration of genitals for pleasure
• Why is the Phallic Stage important in childhood development?

  It helps in understanding body and gender identity
• What behavior might a 5-year-old exhibit during the Phallic Stage?

  Asking questions about boys and girls
• What are the key aspects of the Phallic Stage in Freud's theory?

  • Occurs from ages 3 to 6
  • Children become aware of their genitals
  • Critical for understanding body and gender identity
  • Genitals are the primary erogenous zone
  • Exploration and curiosity about bodies
• What might a 4-year-old boy want to do in relation to his mother during the Oedipus Complex?

  Want to marry his mother
• What does exploration of genitals signify in early childhood development?

  It is part of natural development and curiosity
• What becomes the primary erogenous zone during the Phallic Stage?

  Genitals
• How do girls perceive their mothers in the Electra Complex?

  As rivals for their father's affection
• What are the key characteristics of the Oedipus and Electra complexes?

  • Oedipus Complex: Boys attracted to mothers, see fathers as rivals
  • Electra Complex: Girls attracted to fathers, see mothers as rivals
• What do children do during the Phallic Stage?

  They identify with their same-sex parent
• What do children begin to internalize during the Phallic Stage?

  Moral standards
• What behavior do children exhibit during the Phallic Stage?

  Exploring their genitals for pleasure
• What stage of development is associated with the Oedipus and Electra complexes?

  Phallic Stage
• How do boys behave during the Phallic Stage?

  They act and think like their fathers
• What is the Oedipus Complex?

  Boys develop attraction to their mothers
• What is the function of the superego?

  It guides their sense of right and wrong
• What awareness develops during the Phallic Stage?

  Awareness of their genitals
• Why is curiosity about gender differences important for children?

  It helps them learn about their body and gender identity
• What is the age range for the Phallic Stage in Freud's theory?

  3 to 6 years old
• What relationship problems can arise from unresolved Phallic Stage issues?

  Difficulties in forming healthy romantic relationships
• What personality traits might develop from unresolved Phallic Stage issues?

  Narcissism or excessive jealousy
• What is the Electra Complex?

  Girls feel attracted to their fathers
• What are the benefits of resolving the Phallic Stage?

  • Stronger moral compass: Understands right and wrong
  • Improved relationships: Gets along well with others
  • Mental well-being: Feels secure and confident
• How might narcissism manifest in an individual?

  Seeking attention and feeling entitled
• How do children explore their understanding of gender differences?

  By asking questions and exploring their bodies
• What can unresolved issues from the Phallic Stage lead to?

  Significant psychological consequences later in life
• What develops as a result of the Phallic Stage resolution?

  The superego
• How do boys typically identify with their fathers?

  By copying behaviors and values
• What do children notice during the Phallic Stage?

  Physical differences between boys and girls
• What happens during the Phallic Stage according to Freud?

  Children become conscious of their genitals
• What do girls aim to do during the Phallic Stage?

  They aim to be like their mothers
• What type of sexual dysfunction can result from unresolved Phallic Stage issues?

  Performance anxiety related to childhood experiences
• How can childhood experiences influence sexual encounters in adulthood?

  They can lead to anxiety during sexual encounters
• How does the focus on genitals influence children during the Phallic Stage?

  It influences their perception of pleasure
• What is a natural outcome of the Oedipus and Electra complexes?

  Understanding gender identity
• How do girls behave during the Phallic Stage?

  They adopt behaviors and values from their mothers
• What are the positive outcomes of resolving the Phallic Stage?

  Improved mental health and social relationships
• How might a boy feel pressured regarding gender identity?

  To act "manly" despite feminine interests
• What is the significance of identification with the same-sex parent during the Phallic Stage?

  • Helps children resolve Oedipus and Electra complexes
  • Encourages adoption of parental identity
  • Reduces feelings of attraction and rivalry