Genital Phase (Noun)
Meaning
(psychoanalysis) the fifth sexual and social stage in a person's development occurring during adolescence; interest focuses on sexual activity.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the genital phase is the final stage of development, where adolescents focus on sexual activity and relationships.
- During the genital phase, individuals typically experience a surge in libido and a desire for sexual intimacy with others.
- The genital phase is characterized by a renewed interest in the opposite sex and the development of romantic relationships.
- In the genital phase, adolescents often experiment with different forms of sexual expression and explore their own identities.
- Freud believed that the genital phase was a critical period in development, as it marked the transition from childhood to adulthood and the emergence of adult sexuality.