Freud's elaborations of the First Drive Theory. Theoretic development and implications of a sexual drive for aetiology

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The essay delves into Freud's initial drive theory, emphasizing his theoretical evolution and the impact of the sexual drive on the development of neuroses and cultural phenomena. By examining key works such as "The Interpretation of Dreams" and "Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality," the author highlights both Freud's insights and the contrasts with contemporary psychoanalytic thought, incorporating perspectives from Müller-Pozzi to illustrate these differences. The paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Freud's foundational concepts in psychology.