Julian loves the thrill of engaging in antisocial behavior. He does things that excite him and he does not even think of the impact of his actions on his own safety or the safety of others. On Tuesday he parachuted out of an airplane in the morning and then successfully committed an armed robbery of a liquor store in the afternoon. Using Freud's terminology which component of Julian's personality was dominating his behavior when he engaged in these activities?

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Julian's behavior is driven by the id, which operates on the pleasure principle, seeking immediate gratification without considering the consequences or the safety of himself or others.

Julian Loves the Thrill of Engaging in Antisocial Behavior