This is a summative activity for the course. You will write an 8-10 page self-reflection paper examining a conflict, issue or neurosis in your own life from a psychodynamic perspective, applying at least 3 concepts, ideas or theoretical models learned in class. Detailed instructions are as follows: Pick an issue, conflict in your own life (either present or past) and respond to the prompts, thoroughly, critically, and in a meaningful self-reflective capacity. – When did the issue, conflict or neurosis begin? – How has it impacted your life, intrapsychically, interpersonally and beyond? – Thoroughly examine the issue using at least three psychodynamic theories, concepts and/or ideas. – How would you illustrate the potential resolution of this conflict according to the theories? – How has this expanded your knowledge base regarding psychodynamic theory? – What are the strengths and weaknesses of these models? Consider culture and diversity considerations. – What are your main takeaways for this assignment? – How might this activity assist you in your development as a clinician or healer? – Final thoughts/reflection ? Requirements/Paper length o 8-10 pages, APA (7th edition). Body of paper is 8-10 pages, does not include title page and references (abstract not necessary) o Utilize 5 references ? 3 can be from class sources (text, articles, etc.) ? 2 must be from scholarly journal articles o Use correct grammar, check for spelling o Write clearly and cogently Isse/conflict/neurosis: depression that seemed from a lot of the fighting that took place between my parents in my house between ages 7-9. Resolution: I gained an understanding of my depression through using plant medicine in my mid twenties to the present. I found the root of it to be that time of instability within my house at a young age. I went through a mourning process for the younger self that suffered during that time and I found forgiveness and peace in my ceremonies and that allowed to me to navigate my depression in a better, more productive way. Potential theories/concepts/ideas to use: the unconscious (freud) Interpersonal Psychology Object Relations Self Psychology Greif and mourning (freud) Defense mechanisms (freud)
