Pretend Play Is an Important Component of Which of Erikson's

question 73

Multiple Choice

Pretend play is an important component of which of Erikson's psychosocial dilemmas?

• A)trust vs.mistrust
• B)autonomy vs.shame and doubt
• C)initiative vs.guilt
• D)industry vs.inferiority

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Definitions:

Role-Playing Theory

A theory suggesting that much of behavior is learned by adopting roles and acting them out, as influenced by societal expectations and norms.

Dissociative Theory

A psychological theory that explains phenomena like amnesia, fugue states, and identity disorders through a separation of consciousness.

Freud's View

Refers to the theories and perspectives of Sigmund Freud, focusing on psychoanalysis, the unconscious mind, and the influence of childhood experiences on adult personality.

Wish Fulfillment

A psychoanalytic concept suggesting that dreams represent the unconscious fulfillment of repressed desires.