Which Statement About the Contribution of Psychoanalytic Theories to Psychology

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the contribution of psychoanalytic theories to psychology is TRUE?

• A) Psychoanalytic theories have yielded important practical applications, such as the procedure of systematic desensitization.
• B) The importance placed on subjective experience is now viewed as outdated.
• C) The specifics have been scientifically tested and supported.
• D) The emphasis on early experience has endured into current views of development.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear and pleasure.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain involved in memory formation, organization, and storage, as well as spatial navigation.

Ponderosa Pine

A large species of pine tree native to western North America, known for its tall stature and distinctive bark.

Amnesia

A loss of memory due to brain injury, disease, or psychological trauma.