The structure of personality

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    Lucy

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    • > The personality is made up of 3 parts (tripartite)
      • Id
      • Ego
      • Superego
    • Id
      > Pleasure principle
      > The id is the unconscious part of the mind
      > Only id present at birth
      > Expects immediate gratification
      > Too overpowering then could lead to a selfish personality
    • Ego
      > Reality principle
      > The rational and conscious part of the mind and forms from 18 months to 3 years
      > Balances the demands to reduce conflict between the id and superego by using defence mechanisms
    • Superego
      > Morality principle
      > Arises through identification with same sex parent
      > It is our internalised sense of right and wrong (conscience) based on parental values
      > If this is too overpowering for the ego it can produce an anxious personality or feelings of guilt