A Major Weakness of Freud's Theory of Sexuality Was

question 1

Multiple Choice

A major weakness of Freud's theory of sexuality was

• A)the emphasis on unconscious forces such as libido.
• B)the overemphasis on adolescent and adult sexual expression.
• C)the fact that there were no empirical data to support his ideas.
• D)his view that excessive masturbation is the root of many personality problems.

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Definitions:

Fuzzy

Lacking clarity or precision; indistinct or vague, often describing textures that are soft and fluffy to the touch.

Concepts

Mental representations or ideas that help organize and categorize the world.

Higher-Order Conditioning

Conditioning that occurs when conditioned stimuli are linked together to form a series of signals.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing power through association with primary reinforcers and are not naturally rewarding.