What Theory Might Consider the Foundation of an Adult's Fascination

question 60

Multiple Choice

What theory might consider the foundation of an adult's fascination with sadomasochism the experience of having an erection while receiving a spanking as a child?

• A) psychoanalytic
• B) behavioral
• C) developmental
• D) sociological

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

Cognitive processes that include the obtaining, processing, and retention of information, involving functions like perception, memory, and logical thinking.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed.

Baillergeon

Refers to developmental psychologist Renee Baillergeon, known for her research in infant cognition, particularly in the areas of object permanence and physical reasoning.