28. What Is Motivational Conflict? Kurt Lewin, Approach-Avoidance and the Psychology of Trauma

Not all stress comes from outside events. Some of the most corrosive stress arises from within, when we are pulled in opposite directions at the same time. In this episode, we explore the psychology of conflict and trauma. We cover the three classical types of motivational conflict described by Kurt Lewin, the psychological impact of traumatic experience, and the relationship between trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Topics include approach-approach, avoidance-avoidance and approach-avoidance conflict, the diagnostic features of PTSD, and the neurobiological mechanisms underlying traumatic memory. Ideal for MRCPsych Part A revision, psychology students and anyone seeking to understand why trauma leaves such a lasting mark. Aligned with the Royal College of Psychiatrists MRCPsych Part A syllabus, paragraph 1.1.9. I would love to hear from you! (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596662/fa...)