Understanding the Oedipus Complex: a Key Psychoanalytic Concept
Words: 539 1308The Oedipus complex, introduced by Sigmund Freud, dives into the intriguing world of human psychology. Drawing from Greek mythology, especially the tale of Oedipus Rex, Freud suggests that kids between three to six years old might feel a deep attraction for their opposite-sex parent and some envy or competition towards their same-sex parent. He argues this is a crucial stage in how children develop their identities and navigate their emotions. Freud's theory starts with the idea that children unconsciously desire […]