Sigmund Freud's structural model of the psyche

Sigmund Freud’s structural model of the psyche divides the mind into three parts: the *id*, which is our instinctual drive for immediate gratification; the *ego*, acting as the rational mediator that balances desires and reality; and the *superego*, representing internalized moral standards and ideals. The *id* operates unconsciously, seeking pleasure; the *ego* behaves consciously, managing realistic solutions; and the *superego* enforces moral judgments. This interaction shapes our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, influencing how we respond to internal impulses and external realities.