Current day psychology includes a complex described by Oedipus. Freud’s concept of relating every sexual occurrence with one’s mother and the maternal relationship is a dominant presence in modern psychology. All are derived from Oedipus’ relationship with his mother and the fact that he married and later conceived children with her. Adina Lucia Bodrogean’s article “The Oedipus Complex Reflected in D. H. Lawrence, Sons and lovers – A Great Experience for the 8TH Graders”, describes the complex in simple terms: “In psychology, Oedipus complex, as described by Sigmund Freud, appears at the age of about three, and manifests itself by the strong attachment of the child to the parent of the opposite sex, while the parent of the same sex is seen as a rival.” (Bodrogean 86). It is important to see the links and importance of modern theory in order to relate to ancient theater. If there is no link between modern day and a play that is many hundreds of years old, then audiences will be less likely to enjoy and relate along with anyone involved. So by making clear this complex in ancient theater and highlighting the effects this play had on a dominant psychological theory, people will be more engaged and interested.
Work Cited:
Bodrogean, Adina Lucia. "The Oedipus Complex Reflected in D. H. Lawrence, Sons and lovers - A Great Experience for the 8TH Graders.." Scientific Journal of Humanistic Studies. 2.3 (2010): 85-95. Print.
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