Oedipus complex
Oedipus complex is a term coined by Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, to describe a child's feelings of desire for his or her opposite-sex parent and jealousy and rivalry with his or her same-sex parent. The term derives from the Greek myth of Oedipus, who unknowingly kills his father, Laius, and marries his mother, Jocasta.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The Oedipus complex occurs during the Phallic stage of psychosexual development between the ages of three and five. Freud believed that during this stage, the child's libido (sexual energy) centers on the genital area. The child becomes aware of anatomical sex differences, which sets in motion the conflict between erotic attraction, resentment, rivalry, jealousy and fear.
Freud's Theory[edit | edit source]
Freud proposed that the Oedipus complex was a universal phenomenon, inherent in the innate sexual drives of all humans. He believed that it was the primary cause of a number of critical stages in individual development, leading to the development of key aspects of personality. Freud's theory has been criticized and revised by several psychoanalysts, including Carl Jung and Jacques Lacan.
Criticism and Controversy[edit | edit source]
The Oedipus complex is one of the most controversial of Freud's theories. Critics argue that Freud's theory is overly focused on sexuality and is based on his own personal experiences and observations rather than empirical evidence. Some also argue that the Oedipus complex is not universal and does not account for cultural differences in family structures and values.
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