A Major Criticism of Sigmund Freud's Theory of Psychoanalysis Is

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Multiple Choice

A major criticism of Sigmund Freud's theory of psychoanalysis is that

• A)it is difficult to validate because many of its concepts are difficult to measure
• B)it did not distinguish between impulses and defences
• C)it did little to stimulate the development of new psychological theories
• D)it was not comprehensive enough to explain human behaviour

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