According to Freud, the Reality Principle Is the Way in Which

question 161

Multiple Choice

According to Freud, the reality principle is the way in which __________.

• A) the ego tries to delay satisfying the id's desires until it can do so safely and successfully
• B) the id tries to obtain gratification and avoid pain
• C) the ego ideal establishes standards of what one would like to be
• D) young children instinctively seek self-actualization

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Definitions:

Social Cognitive

Refers to the use of cognitive processes in relation to understanding the social world, emphasizing the role of observational learning, imitation, and modeling.

Psychodynamic

A theoretical approach in psychology that emphasizes the systematic study of the psychological forces that underlie human behavior, feelings, and emotions and how they might relate to early experience.

Trait

A consistent, enduring way of thinking, feeling, or behaving.

Self-actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, considered as a drive or need present in everyone.