How Did Frederick II Use Security as a Justification for Absolutism

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Essay

How did Frederick II use security as a justification for absolutism? Do you think his argument was valid?

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Definitions:

Murray's Theory

A theory of personality developed by Henry Murray, focusing on human needs and the interplay between them, the environment, and one's history.

Unconscious Drives

Motivations for behavior that a person is not aware of, which are believed to stem from hidden or suppressed desires and conflicts.

Need-Press Personality Theory

A psychological framework that suggests an individual's personality is formed by the interaction between their personal needs and the demands or pressures of their environment.

SASSI

A self-report instrument used to assess individuals for substance dependency, providing insights into patterns of substance misuse.