Which Modern Psychological Perspective Focuses on the Intricate Workings of the Mind

question 157

Multiple Choice

Which modern psychological perspective focuses on the intricate workings of the mind?

• A)sociocultural
• B)learning
• C)cognitive
• D)psychodynamic

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously converts unwanted or dangerous thoughts, feelings, or impulses into their opposites.

Repression

A psychological process where individuals unconsciously block out painful or unwanted memories and desires from their conscious awareness.

Id

A component of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory, representing the unorganized part of the personality structure that contains basic instinctual drives.

Ego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious and unconscious and is responsible for reality testing and a sense of personal identity.