Using the Word Psychosomatic to Describe a Disorder with an Obvious

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Multiple Choice

Using the word psychosomatic to describe a disorder with an obvious physical component is considered misleading because

• A)it gives the impression that psychological disorders like anxiety or depression do not have a biological component.
• B)it assumes that the physical aspects of a disorder are less important than the psychological aspects.
• C)it emphasises the psychological symptoms of a disorder instead of the physical symptoms.
• D)it gives the impression that biological disorders are not influenced by psychological factors.

Comprehend the development and critiques of Freudian psychoanalysis and its modern implications and adaptations.

Recognize the contributions and distinctions of Anna Freud in the field of psychoanalysis, especially concerning child analysis and ego psychology.

Understand the criticisms and defenses of Freudian theory by contemporary psychologists and theorists.

Grasp the biological and instinctual aspects of Freudian theory, including concepts of libido, death instincts, and their roles in personality.

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