In Psychoanalysis, Resistance Was Thought by Freud to Be Important

question 203

Multiple Choice

In psychoanalysis, resistance was thought by Freud to be important because it

• A)revealed important unconscious conflicts.
• B)indicated learned helplessness.
• C)aided in transference.
• D)helped to reveal the patient's illogical thoughts and irrational beliefs.

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Definitions:

Phobia

Intense, irrational aversion or dread towards a particular object or situation.

Irrational Fear

An excessive and unreasonable fear response to a specific object, situation, or activity.

Object

In general terms, refers to any tangible or intangible entity; in psychology, it can also refer to a target of attention, thought, or affection.

Phobics

Refers to individuals who suffer from phobias, extreme or irrational fears of specific situations, objects, or activities.