Which Stage of Psychosexual Development Is Most Relevant to the Patient

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which stage of psychosexual development is most relevant to the patient that expresses a desire to be cared for by others and often behaves in a helpless fashion?

• A) Latency
• B) Phallic
• C) Anal
• D) Oral

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Definitions:

Belief Perseverance

The psychological tendency to maintain one's beliefs even in the face of contradictory evidence or information.

Dissonance

A state of conflict or inconsistency between one's beliefs, attitudes, or actions, often leading to discomfort and a desire for resolution.

Attitude Polarization

The phenomenon where a disagreement becomes more extreme as the differing parties continue to consider more information in support of their respective opinions.

Academically Relevant

Pertaining to or having significance in scholarly education or academic pursuits.