In What Way Was Freud's View of Conversion Disorder Consistent

question 66

Multiple Choice

In what way was Freud's view of conversion disorder consistent with behavioral theories?

• A) He believed that the symptoms of conversion disorder were maintained by the relief from anxiety they provided.
• B) He advocated treating conversion disorder by punishing the problem behaviors.
• C) Freud proposed that faulty thinking underlies the symptoms of conversion disorder.
• D) Freud believed that those with conversion disorder were suffering bodily symptoms due to a conflict between their inner desires and the demands placed on them by society the environment).

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Definitions:

Secondary Circular Reactions

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where infants repeat actions that are pleasurable or bring about a desirable outcome.

Primary Circular Reactions

Early repetitive behaviors in infants that focus on the body and are instrumental in the development of cognitive processes.

Tertiary Circular Reactions

The stage in Piaget's sensorimotor phase (usually around 12-18 months of age) where infants start experimenting with new behaviors through trial and error.

Coordination

The ability to use different parts of the body smoothly and efficiently together, often important for physical activities and sports.