What is Psychological Criticism?

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Thanks for the very informative lecture. I have a couple of questions about this approach. Why? in helping a reader understand these texts? Why? to help in your explication of texts? Why? I really benefited from your lecture and I hope you have good answers to those questions. I really appreciate your time.

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Thank you so much for this. I need to do a power point applying a type of criticism to a play and chose psychological criticism, this makes the way it's used clear and gives me a good starting place!

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You're welcome! Thank you!

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[@kathpetil9359]

Hi :D My question is, is there a difference between psychological criticism and psychoanalytic criticism? Thank you.

[@Nancenotes]

Yes. I would say psychological criticism is generally using psychology to study literature, whereas psychoanalytical crit is specifically using psychoanalysis to study the subconscious of the characters. It's more specific and related to the balance of the Id, Ego and Superego, as discussed by Freud. This video only introduces the use of psychology generally.

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Okay. Thank you so much. I've searched for the difference, but nothing appeared. Again, Thank you!

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How about the Lacanian theory?

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Hi! Thank you so much for your awesome videos. I am taking a class right now on Theories and Teachings of Literature and we are reading about all of these different theories including Psychoanalysis. I am a bit confused though since you did comment on someone that psychoanalysis is different to psychological criticism...Because what I read in my book is similar to what you're saying in the video...But my main question is that I currently have to write a research paper on any literary/critical theory on any literary text and I have chosen to write about "Frankenstein" using psychoanalysis. Would you have any tips as to how I could approach this? I don't even know my thesis yet either, so therefore am quite lost, to be honest. Any help would be appreciated! Thank you!

[@Nancenotes]

I suppose psychoanalysis as you're seeing it means simply applying psychoanalysis to a character in a book, which I would consider a subcategory of psychological criticism, but could I guess be used somewhat interchangeably. Are you intending to psychoanalyze Frankenstein or the monster? Both are interesting because each has complex and even conflicting motives for their actions. You could focus on Victor's obsessive work habits, or the desire for love and the complexity of relationships. How about Oedipal complexes stemming from being rejected by a father? Or, of course, you could blend a little historical criticism in and psychoanalyze Mary Shelley. How much of the monster story is a reaction to her deteriorating relationship with her husband? There are many options. A good place to start would be to list all the possible psychological issues you see and then pick one that interests you and has interesting implications. Good luck!

[@kimmlisa]

Thank you so much for your reply! I have decided to analyze Victor but took the route of how the monster is his "dark double" and then will compare and contrast them both. I will be talking about Victor's obsessiveness and definitely the Oedipus complex about his childhood! Currently in the making since the draft is due next Monday.

[@Nancenotes]

Sounds interesting! Good luck!

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[@Nancenotes]

Thank you. I don’t currently have any videos on him specifically, but I’ve had a few requests, so I’ll keep it in mind. I want to get back to making literary criticism videos, but I’ve had trouble finding time.

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Do you think you will ever do the rest of the theories?

[@Nancenotes]

I may do more if I ever have time.

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Can you explain what is archetypal criticism

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[@Nancenotes]

You're welcome!

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Is this the same as "Pschoanalysis"?

[@Nancenotes]

+Genevieve Cortes Psychoanalysis is a method of examining someone's mental state through questioning & associations, etc. Picture a person on a couch talking to a psychologist. This is more generally applying principles and methods of psychology to literature.

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Hopefully I'll get back to making videos next week!

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can Tajfel 's social theory be applied on literary text?

[@Nancenotes]

Certainly.

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I'am a storyteller - You missed a bet Tim Jung! Melville's works would be a good case study here.

[@Nancenotes]

Ah! True! And I just suggested him for archetypal study to a student. Oh, well! Yes, Melville is very interesting, psychologically. I'd say Moby Dick is much more psychologically driven than plot driven.

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I am going to use psychoanatic criticism for my thesis project and your video is really helpful. I can easily make a general questions of the object I use. Could you suggest me which books I should read that has relation with Kohlberg? Thanks!

[@Nancenotes]

You might read Kohlberg's book of essays: Kohlberg, Lawrence (1981). Essays on Moral Development, Vol. I: The Philosophy of Moral Development. San Francisco, CA: Harper & Row. Also, you should look at his use of the Heinz Dilemma. Good luck on your thesis project!

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Is this the same with psychoanalytic theory

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but how is this different from biographical criticism they both seem to focus on the author and how they think

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I am going to report about psychological approach in our lit crit.

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Is Psychoanalytical criticism the same?

[@Nancenotes]

Psychoanalytical is a little more specific, using Freud’s psychoanalytic model on characters and their motivations.

[@blueshades98]

Tim Nance thank you prof. I have to do one today on a book. Any tips? Should i read the book and analyse at the same time or finish the book first

[@Nancenotes]

You could do either. Maybe take notes as you read, and then, develop the response fully after you finish. Good luck!

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