Phallic Stage

Cards (39)

  • What do children become interested in during the Phallic Stage?
    Their genitals and body exploration
  • What is the main focus of children during the Phallic Stage?
    On their sexual organs
  • What are the outcomes of successful resolution of the Phallic Stage?
    • Strong moral values
    • Gender identity development
    • Healthy relationships later in life
  • What is the age range for the Phallic Stage?
    3 to 6 years
  • How does the Phallic Stage influence a child's behavior?
    It leads to exploration of their own body
  • What does increased awareness of private parts indicate in children during the Phallic Stage?
    They are developing sexual awareness and curiosity
  • What curiosity develops in children during the Phallic Stage?
    Differences between boys and girls
  • What do girls accept as part of resolving the Electra Complex?
    Femininity
  • How do boys perceive their fathers during the Oedipus Complex?
    As rivals for their mother's attention
  • What are the key characteristics of the Phallic Stage in child development?
    • Age range: 3 to 6 years old
    • Erogenous zone: genitals
    • Increased awareness of private parts
    • Exploration of body and gender differences
  • What is the significance of identifying with the mother for girls in the Phallic Stage?
    It strengthens their identity and femininity
  • What is the erogenous zone during the Phallic Stage?
    The genitals
  • What complexes are resolved during the Phallic Stage?
    Oedipus and Electra Complexes
  • What might a young boy express regarding his feelings towards his mother?
    He wants to marry her
  • What impact does the Electra Complex have on a girl's future relationships?
    It helps shape her later relationships and behavior
  • How might a girl express her feelings during the Electra Complex?
    By saying she loves her dad the most
  • What are the main components of the Oedipus Complex?
    • Attraction to mother
    • Rivalry with father
    • Castration anxiety
  • What age range does the Oedipus Complex typically occur?
    3 to 6 years old
  • What are the main components of the Electra Complex?
    1. Attraction to Father: Romantic interest in father
    2. Rivalry with Mother: Competition for father's affection
    3. Penis Envy: Feeling of lacking something their father has
  • What is castration anxiety in the context of the Oedipus Complex?
    Fear of punishment from their father
  • How does a healthy development in the Phallic Stage manifest in a person?
    Strong gender identity and respect for others
  • What is the Electra Complex?
    Attraction of girls to their fathers
  • How can narcissism develop during the Phallic Stage?
    From unmet needs or inflated ego
  • What behavior might result from oversexualization in the Phallic Stage?
    Inappropriate behavior towards others
  • How does the resolution of the Oedipus Complex affect boys' moral development?
    It leads to the formation of the superego
  • What are the outcomes of unhealthy development in the Phallic Stage?
    • Emergence of narcissism
    • Oversexualization leading to inappropriate behavior
  • What is formed when boys internalize moral standards?
    Superego
  • What do boys do to resolve the Oedipus Complex?
    They identify with their father and adopt his values
  • How do girls resolve the Electra Complex?
    By strengthening their identity with their mother
  • How do girls perceive their mothers during the Electra Complex?
    As rivals for their father's affection
  • How do children behave during the Phallic Stage?
    They explore their bodies and ask questions
  • What might indicate unhealthy development during the Phallic Stage?
    Overly focused on physical appearance
  • What is the name of the stage that ends with the resolution of the Oedipus and Electra Complexes?
    Phallic Stage
  • Who do boys become attracted to during the Oedipus Complex?
    Their mothers
  • What might a child do during the Phallic Stage?
    Ask questions about body parts
  • At what age do girls typically experience the Electra Complex?
    3 to 6 years old
  • What are the outcomes of healthy development in the Phallic Stage?
    • Formation of the superego
    • Clear and accepted gender identity
    • Healthy relationships through balanced emotional connections
  • During which stage of development is the Oedipus Complex a key part?
    The Phallic Stage
  • What is the Oedipus Complex?
    A concept in Freud's psychodynamic theory