According to Psychoanalytic Theory, the Conflicts Between the Id and the Superego

question 89

Multiple Choice

According to psychoanalytic theory, the conflicts between the id and the superego often lead to feelings of

• A)anxiety.
• B)desire.
• C)depression.
• D)anger.

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Definitions:

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum composed of gray matter and consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies.

Alpha Rhythm

A pattern of smooth, regular electrical oscillations in the human brain typically occurring when a person is awake but relaxed, usually in the frequency range of 8-12 Hz.

Theta Rhythm

A pattern of brainwave activity, typically in the range of 4-8 Hz, associated with stages of sleep and meditative states.

Limbic System

In vertebrates, an action system of the brain. In humans, plays a role in emotional responses, motivation, sexual behavior, autonomic responses, and biological rhythms.