By uncovering unconscious material through dream interpretation or other methods, individuals are better able to deal with the problems they face in unproductive, repetitive approaches to themselves and others.
The emphasis in bringing about resolution of problems through exploration of unconscious material is common to most approaches to psychoanalysis, l or Freud, increasing awareness of sexual and aggressive drives (id processes) helps individ¬uals achieve greater control of themselves in their interaction with others (ego processes).