In His Original Conceptualization of Psychoanalytic Theory, Freud Considered the Personality

question 395

Multiple Choice

In his original conceptualization of psychoanalytic theory, Freud considered the personality to be an energy system that was very similar to

• A)a chemical reaction
• B)thermostat
• C)a steam engine
• D)an automobile

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Definitions:

Impression Formation

The psychological process by which individuals form opinions and judgments about other people based on available information and personal biases.

Cognitive Dissonance

A state of mental distress caused by possessing multiple contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values concurrently.

Attitude Formation

The process by which individuals develop their perspectives and feelings towards objects, people, or events, based on their experiences and thoughts.

Attitude Formation

The process by which individuals develop their perspectives and feelings towards objects, people, or events based on experiences and influences.