Module #1 Introduction to Psychoanalytic Theory Overview of the fundamentals of psychoanalytic theory, its history, and key concepts.
Module #2 The Structure of the Mind Exploration of the conscious, preconscious, and unconscious mind, including the roles of each.
Module #3 The Unconscious Mind:Definition and Functions In-depth examination of the unconscious mind, including its definition, functions, and relationship to behavior.
Module #4 The Role of the Unconscious in Shaping Behavior Analysis of how the unconscious mind influences behavior, including the role of habits, associations, and defense mechanisms.
Module #5 Freuds Topographical Model:The System Ucs. Exploration of Freuds topographical model, including the System Ucs. (unconscious system) and its relationship to the conscious mind.
Module #6 The Process of Repression Examination of the process of repression, including how it operates and its role in shaping behavior.
Module #7 The Dynamics of the Unconscious Analysis of the dynamic interactions between the unconscious and conscious mind, including the role of resistance and transference.
Module #8 The Role of Childhood Experiences Exploration of how childhood experiences shape the unconscious mind and influence behavior.
Module #9 The Oedipus Complex In-depth examination of the Oedipus complex, including its role in shaping the unconscious mind and behavior.
Module #10 Defense Mechanisms Analysis of common defense mechanisms, including denial, repression, and projection, and their role in shaping behavior.
Module #11 Dreams and the Unconscious Examination of dreams as a window into the unconscious mind, including techniques for interpreting dreams.
Module #12 Free Association and the Unconscious Exploration of free association as a technique for accessing the unconscious mind, including its applications in psychotherapy.
Module #13 The Unconscious in Relationships Analysis of how the unconscious mind influences relationships, including romantic relationships and friendships.
Module #14 The Unconscious and Emotional Regulation Examination of the role of the unconscious mind in emotional regulation, including the impact on mental health.
Module #15 The Unconscious and Creativity Exploration of the role of the unconscious mind in creativity, including the relationship to art, literature, and innovation.
Module #16 Critiques and Controversies Examination of criticisms and controversies surrounding psychoanalytic theory, including feminist and postmodern critiques.
Module #17 Applications in Psychotherapy Analysis of how psychoanalytic theory is applied in psychotherapy, including the role of the therapist and the therapeutic process.
Module #18 Case Studies and Clinical Applications In-depth examination of case studies and clinical applications of psychoanalytic theory, including the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Module #19 The Unconscious in Modern Psychology Exploration of the relevance of psychoanalytic theory to modern psychology, including the intersection with cognitive-behavioral theory and neuroscience.
Module #20 Neuroscientific Research on the Unconscious Analysis of recent neuroscientific research on the unconscious mind, including the role of neuroscience in supporting psychoanalytic theory.
Module #21 Cultural and Societal Influences on the Unconscious Examination of how cultural and societal factors shape the unconscious mind, including the impact of social norms and expectations.
Module #22 The Unconscious and Morality Exploration of the role of the unconscious mind in shaping moral values and behavior.
Module #23 The Unconscious and Spirituality Analysis of the role of the unconscious mind in spiritual experiences and beliefs.
Module #24 The Unconscious in the Digital Age Examination of the impact of technology on the unconscious mind, including the role of social media and virtual reality.
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Unconscious Mind in Psychoanalytic Theory career