Jack and Kate Both Have Demanding Jobs and Too Little

question 91

Multiple Choice

Jack and Kate both have demanding jobs and too little time for their relationship. They decide that one of them needs to step down in their careers, but can't agree on which one. Their marriage counsellor is trying to get them to see that other solutions are possible. In doing this, the counsellor is encouraging them to ____________ their problem.

• A) gain insight into
• B) minimize the impact of
• C) rationalize
• D) restructure

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Definitions:

Superego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the mind that acts as a self-critical conscience, reflecting social standards learned from parents and teachers.

Structures of Personality

Refers to the various components and theories that describe and explain the different aspects that constitute human personality, such as traits, behaviors, and psychological processes.

Pleasure Principle

A concept in psychoanalytic theory suggesting that people seek pleasure and avoid pain, guiding the id's desire to satisfy basic urges, needs, and desires.

Reality Principle

A psychoanalytic concept where the ego negotiates between the desires of the id and the super-ego, often requiring a compromise to deal with the demands of reality.