Midgley Argues That We Do, in Fact, Have the Ability

question 155

Essay

Midgley argues that we do, in fact, have the ability to understand and judge other cultures. Why does she think this is true? What do you think of her reasons?

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Definitions:

Fixation

In psychology, a persistent focus of the id’s libido on an earlier stage of development, preventing progress through Freud's psychosexual stages.

Psychosexual Stage

a concept in Freudian psychology that describes a series of stages of childhood development in which psychic energy is focused in different erogenous zones.

Oral

Pertaining to the mouth, including aspects related to speech, eating, and the initial stages of digestion.

Anxiety

An emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure, stemming from anticipation of a future concern or threat.