Two Women Were Comparing Their Pregnancies and Noted That Each

question 82

Essay

Two women were comparing their pregnancies and noted that each had mistakenly taken over-the-counter medications for the flu.One mother reported that her child now seemed to be fine,whereas the other stated that her child was being seen in a clinic for developmentally delayed children.How would you explain these seemingly discrepant outcomes?

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Definitions:

Proprium

Refers to the aspects of a person's self or personality that contribute to their sense of identity and continuity over time.

Master Trait

A dominant personality characteristic that significantly influences an individual's behaviors and attitudes.

Superego

The part of the personality in psychoanalytic theory that reflects moral standards and strives for perfection.

Secondary Traits

Personality traits that are less consistent and more dependent on the situation, influencing behavior in specific contexts rather than across all situations.