After the Interviewer Observes That N

question 83

Multiple Choice

After the interviewer observes that N. K. is pale, jittery, and swallows often, which of the following informational categories is likely to be most relevant for making an accurate diagnosis of this case?

• A) family background
• B) occupation
• C) medical history
• D) information from police or military records

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Definitions:

Neurotic Needs

Horney's theory on ten specific needs that individuals overemphasize due to anxiety from interpersonal relationships, which can lead to neurosis if unchecked.

Late Childhood

A stage in human development that occurs from around the age of 6 until puberty, characterized by physical, cognitive, and social changes.

Neurotic Needs

Psychological desires or tendencies developed in response to anxiety and leading to unhealthy or maladaptive behavior.

Basic Anxiety

A concept in psychoanalytic theory referring to feelings of insecurity and apprehension that arise from living in a hostile world.