Multiple Choice
According to the psychodynamic perspective, Freud emphasized that unresolved childhood conflicts often lead to which of the following outcomes in adulthood?
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The Psychodynamic Perspective on Personality
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According to the psychodynamic perspective, Freud emphasized that effective treatment of psychological disorders involves the
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use of medication to correct chemical imbalances
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modification of observable behaviors through reinforcement
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bringing unconscious conflicts into conscious awareness
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development of self-actualization and personal growth
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Identify the core idea of the psychodynamic perspective, which focuses on unconscious processes influencing behavior and mental health.
Understand that Freud's approach emphasized uncovering unconscious conflicts that cause psychological distress, rather than focusing on medication or observable behaviors.
Recognize that effective treatment in this perspective involves techniques like free association and dream analysis to bring unconscious material into conscious awareness.
Contrast this with other perspectives: medication targets chemical imbalances (biological), behavior modification targets observable behaviors (behavioral), and self-actualization relates to humanistic psychology.
Conclude that the psychodynamic treatment aims to resolve unconscious conflicts by making them conscious, facilitating insight and emotional healing.
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