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They undermined the notion that behavior is fundamentally rational.
So as not to make the same mistake again.
Psychoanalytic criticism in literature, which draws on Freud's theories of the unconscious mind, repression, and symbolism, is most reflective of his influence. This approach analyzes characters and themes in literature through a psychological lens, exploring hidden motivations and desires. Additionally, the concept of the uncanny, as explored by Freud, is often utilized in literary analysis to examine themes of repression and the return of the repressed in storytelling.
Critics argue that Freud's theory lacks empirical evidence and scientific validation, as many of his ideas are based on clinical observations rather than controlled experiments. Additionally, Freud's emphasis on sexual and aggressive drives as the primary determinants of behavior has been criticized for oversimplifying the complexities of human motivation. Finally, Freud's theories have been accused of being culturally biased and not applicable to diverse populations.
Darwin would not have known anything about genetics, which is why his theory was discredited initially, there was no mechanism for random mutation currently understood. On the other hand, the scientific evidence of the time supported Lamarck's theories, which with new understanding have been more or less discredited (ignoring neo-lamarckism and similar theories) which did not require any undiscovered mechanisms.
His argument was completely discredited.
Sigmund.
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Freud's theories are not directly mentioned in Daniel Defoe's novel "Moll Flanders," as it predates Freud's work. However, some critics have suggested that themes such as self-identity, repression, and psychology in the novel may align with Freudian concepts, particularly in the exploration of Moll's complex character and motivations.
Sigmund Freud's wife's maiden name was Martha Bernays.
It was the first theory that said that the universe does not revolve around the Earth; instead we revolve around the sun. It discredited many people's theories and modern belief at the time. It is also the proven theory that we believe in today.