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Psychodynamic Therapies Overview — Chapter 3 Summary from Systems of Psychotherapy Chapter 3 of Systems of Psychotherapy: A Transtheoretical Analysis explores the rich landscape of psychodynamic therapies, which evolved from Freud’s classical psychoanalysis into a diverse set of approaches addressing human behavior, motivation, and relationships. This guide expands on our podcast summary of Chapter 3 , giving students, clinicians, and psychology enthusiasts a comprehensive look at Adlerian therapy, ego psychology, object relations, supportive therapy, brief psychodynamic therapy, and mentalization-based treatment. For a focused summary, watch the video above, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for in-depth chapter reviews and textbook breakdowns! From Psychoanalysis to Psychodynamic Therapies Psychodynamic therapies broaden the scope of traditional psychoanalysis by incorporating new theories and methods to address a wider range of psychological concerns. These thera...

Psychoanalysis After Freud — Neo-Freudians, Object Relations, and Modern Research Chapter 11 of The Personality Puzzle by David C. Funder explores how psychoanalytic theory continued to evolve after Freud. While Freud's focus on unconscious drives and sexuality sparked decades of controversy and revision, the core ideas of psychoanalysis live on in modern therapy, personality theory, and developmental psychology. Key Shifts in Neo-Freudian Thought Neo-Freudians revised many of Freud’s concepts, shifting the focus from biological instincts to social and developmental factors: Less emphasis on sex: Libido was reinterpreted as a drive for growth, creativity, and social bonds. More conscious focus: Ego psychology emphasized the role of rational thought and perception in shaping behavior. Social relationships: Rather than instincts, interpersonal dynamics—especially early caregiver relationships—are central to personality development. Influential Neo-Freudian T...