A Therapist Has You Lie on a Couch and Describe

question 112

Multiple Choice

A therapist has you lie on a couch and describe your dreams, and say whatever comes into your mind. This therapist is using a technique known as ________.

• A) reflection
• B) pole-shifting
• C) the empty chair
• D) free association

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Definitions:

Childhood Influences

The impact of experiences, environments, and relationships during early years of life on one's development and personality.

Horney

Refers to Karen Horney, a psychoanalytic psychologist known for her theory of neurosis, which places a significant emphasis on cultural and social factors.

Womb Envy

A psychoanalytic concept suggesting that men experience feelings of envy toward the biological capacities of women, such as childbirth, which they cannot experience.

Horney

Karen Horney, a psychoanalytic theorist known for her theory of neurotic needs and her work on neurotic personality development.