Freud's Theory of Personality Has Been Criticized Because It

question 258

Multiple Choice

Freud's theory of personality has been criticized because it

• A) underestimates the importance of biological contributions to personality development.
• B) is contradicted by recent research demonstrating the human capacity for destructive behavior.
• C) is overly reliant upon observations derived from Freud's use of projective tests.
• D) offers few testable hypotheses that allow one to determine its validity.

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, coordination, precision, and timing.

Bodily Coordination

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The use of electrical impulses to induce a response in tissues, often used for therapeutic purposes or in research.

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