Two of the Most Important Motives for Understanding Human Personality

question 24

Multiple Choice

Two of the most important motives for understanding human personality and personality disorders are

• A) escape from reality and escape from pain.
• B) acceptance of reality and acceptance of self.
• C) affiliation and power.
• D) dependence and nurturance.

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