Freud Suggested That Psychological Problems Arise When the

question 23

Multiple Choice

Freud suggested that psychological problems arise when the

• A) superego develops after the id.
• B) supply of psychic energy is unevenly distributed between the id, ego, and superego.
• C) ego emerges in infancy.
• D) child realistically postpones gratification.

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Definitions:

Compulsive Behavior

Behavior patterns that are repeated to reduce anxiety or distress but are not connected in a realistic way with what they are designed to neutralize.

Cognitive-Behavioral Theorists

Experts in a psychological field that melds cognitive and behavioral approaches to understand and treat psychological disorders.

Compulsions

Actions or thoughts that a person compulsively repeats due to obsessions or strict guidelines.

Obsessions

Recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses, or images that are intrusive and cause significant anxiety or distress.