In Contrast to Freud's Theory, What Did Erikson Focus on in Shaping

question 24

Multiple Choice

In contrast to Freud's theory, what did Erikson focus on in shaping development?

• A) the nuclear and extended family
• B) the social world, society, and culture
• C) unconscious motivations and drives
• D) gender and sexuality

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