Most People View Their Future Prospects Optimistically and Believe That

question 54

Multiple Choice

Most people view their future prospects optimistically and believe that they possess more favorable characteristics and abilities than the average person.This is because they are motivated to

• A) conserve mental effort.
• B) seek accuracy.
• C) manage their self-image.
• D) all of the above

Comprehend the development and critiques of Freudian psychoanalysis and its modern implications and adaptations.

Recognize the contributions and distinctions of Anna Freud in the field of psychoanalysis, especially concerning child analysis and ego psychology.

Understand the criticisms and defenses of Freudian theory by contemporary psychologists and theorists.

Grasp the biological and instinctual aspects of Freudian theory, including concepts of libido, death instincts, and their roles in personality.

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Definitions:

Marx

Karl Marx, a 19th-century philosopher, economist, and revolutionary socialist known for his theories about capitalism and communism.

Consequences

The outcomes or results that naturally follow from an action or condition, affecting how situations unfold.

Sociological Imagination

The ability to see the connections between personal experiences and larger social forces, a concept introduced by C. Wright Mills.

Origins

Refers to the beginning or source of something, often used in discussions about the origins of societies, ideas, or species in historical or evolutionary contexts.