A Freud Fable: Child Innocence

Abstract

From the past to the present, especially in terms of Psychoanalytic theory, Freud and his thoughts are subject to serious criticism. Especially the views of Psychoanalytic theory on the child are important. The development of personality is in the first five years of the child in the context of Psychoanalytic theory. From this point of view, the life of the child during this period is an important period that needs to be considered in terms of shaping his personality. In Psychoanalytic theory, when the child is looked upon, Freud's attitude, which removes the children from their innocence, draws attention to the concept of childish sexuality. It has been observed in the researches that these statements have been criticized by some people because they think that they cause negative perceptions of the child's innocence. In this context, it is the purpose of this study to examine what Freud really says about child sexuality, what other psychoanalysts think about this issue, and discuss the issue in a holistic way. Freud emphasized that it is necessary to accept that, instead of making a distinction between innocent or guilty children, the child could have impulses because of being also a human being, Nevertheless, he implied that completing of the development of the ego in the child, with the learning of the incest ban, socialization will be more healthier. In addition, it was seen that other important psychoanalysts in the literature mentioned Freud's concept of child sexuality and in this context, the child considered socialization as an important concept in the learning of the prohibition of incest. In line with this information, it is considered that understanding of the child in terms of Psychoanalytic theory and the correct interpretation of Freud's ideas about the child's development are important and necessary for both parents and teachers, especially those who are in direct contact with children.

Keywords

• Psychoanalysis
• Psychoanalytic Theory
• Child