According to the Discussion of Self-Discrepancy Theory, the Root of Depression

question 26

Multiple Choice

According to the discussion of self-discrepancy theory, the root of depression is ________, whereas the root of anxiety is ________.

• A) disappointment; fear
• B) anger; fear
• C) anger; frustration
• D) disappointment; anger

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Definitions:

Freud

Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Ego

In psychology, it represents the part of the personality that deals with reality, operating on the reality principle to balance the desires of the id and the morals of the superego.

Anticipatory Socialization

The process by which individuals prepare for future changes in roles or social positions by adapting behaviors or norms associated with those future statuses.

Norms And Behaviors

Standards and patterns of action that are typical or expected within a particular social group or culture.