Which of the Following Freudian Ideas Is Most Clearly Contradicted

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which of the following Freudian ideas is most clearly contradicted by contemporary psychological theory and research?

• A) Conscious awareness of what goes on in our minds is very limited.
• B) Painful experiences are commonly repressed.
• C) Memories are often distorted and incomplete.
• D) Individuals seek to defend themselves against anxiety.

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