A Comparison of the Theories of Freud and Erikson Indicates

question 7

Multiple Choice

A comparison of the theories of Freud and Erikson indicates that

• A) Freud's theory was much more a psychosocial theory.
• B) Erikson failed to consider adult stages.
• C) Freud's concept of basic trust was the basis for Erikson's theory.
• D) both emphasized the importance of interactions with other people.
• E) both placed strong emphasis on libido.

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Definitions:

Semantic Memory

Explicit memory of facts and general knowledge; one of our two conscious memory systems (the other is episodic memory).

Episodic Memory

Explicit memory of personally experienced events; one of our two conscious memory systems (the other is semantic memory).

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain in humans and other vertebrates, involved in the consolidation of new memories and in spatial memory that enables navigation.

Amygdala

A region of the brain known for its role in emotion regulation, emotional learning, and forming emotional memories.