Who Developed the First Widely Accepted Theory of Personality Across

question 15

Multiple Choice

Who developed the first widely accepted theory of personality across the lifespan?

• A) Freud
• B) Jung
• C) Erikson
• D) Allport

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Definitions:

Reality Principle

Principle by which the ego functions; the satisfaction of the demands of the id only when negative consequences will not result.

Immediate Gratification

The desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay or deferment, often prioritized over long-term gain.

Rational Means

Methods or actions that are based on logic or reasoning rather than emotion or desire.

Psychosexual Stages

Five stages of personality development proposed by Freud and tied to the sexual development of the child.