Question 1

Freud believed that our repressed impulses express themselves in

Accepted Answer

According to Freud, our repressed impulses can manifest themselves in dreams, slips of the tongue, and jokes. Therefore, all of these forms are equally valid choices.

Question 2

The superego is the part of personality that

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The superego operates on the morality principle and generates feelings of guilt when a person deviates from social and moral norms. It is responsible for enforcing and internalizing societal standards and ideals. It does not mediate between the demands of biology and the external world (A) nor does it solely operate on the reality principle (B). D is incorrect because the superego does not perform all of these functions.

Question 3

Twelve-year-old Jack wants to buy a new video game,but he is $5 short.He considers sneaking the money from his older brother's room but instead asks his father if he may cut the grass as a way of earning the money.According to Freud,asking to earn the money comes from the ________,which provides a compromise solution that reflects the ________ principle.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud, the ego is the rational part of personality that seeks to satisfy the id's desires within the constraints of reality. In this scenario, Jack's desire is to get the video game, but he recognizes the reality that he is short on money. Asking his father to earn the money reflects the compromise solution that is characteristic of the ego principle. Therefore, the best choice is D) ego; reality.

Question 4

The image of an iceberg is frequently used to illustrate ________ idea of the mind's structure.

Accepted Answer

The iceberg metaphor is commonly associated with Freud's idea of the mind's structure. The tip of the iceberg represents the conscious mind, while the much larger mass beneath the water's surface represents the unconscious mind.

Question 5

According to Freud's theory,the behavior of a newborn is controlled by

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's theory, the behavior of a newborn is controlled by the id, which is the primitive, instinctual part of the personality that seeks immediate gratification of basic urges and drives. The ego and the superego develop later as the child grows and learns to navigate the demands of the external environment and social norms.

Question 6

According to Freud,the id,ego,and superego interact to resolve conflict between

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The id represents our unconscious primitive impulses, while the superego represents our internalized values and morality. The ego acts as a mediator between the two, trying to balance the impulses and the societal boundaries. Therefore, the id and superego are in constant conflict, and the ego's job is to create a resolution between the two opposing forces by exercising impulse control and restraint.

Question 7

After recalling an embarrassing childhood experience,Angie is instructed by her therapist to close her eyes and report any other images,words,or thoughts that come to mind at that moment.The therapist is using a procedure called

Accepted Answer

The therapist is using the procedure of free association, which involves allowing the patient to freely report any thoughts, feelings or images that come to their mind without censorship, judgement or analysis. This is a commonly used method in psychoanalytic therapy to uncover unconscious conflicts, emotions or memories.

Question 8

Freud suggested that pleasure-seeking energies focus on distinct erogenous zones as we progress through various

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Freud proposed a psychosexual theory of development in which pleasure-seeking energies (libido) focus on different erogenous zones during distinct stages of development.

Question 9

Which of the following techniques was Freud most likely to use in an attempt to discover the hidden conflicts underlying his patients' symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Freud is best known for his use of free association, which involves allowing his patients to freely express thoughts, emotions, and images that come to mind without censorship or judgment. This technique was used in an attempt to uncover repressed or unconscious conflicts that may be contributing to the patient's symptoms. While questionnaires and projective testing may also be used in psychoanalysis, they are not as closely associated with Freud's theories and techniques. Fixation refers to an unresolved developmental stage and is not a technique used in psychoanalytic therapy.

Question 10

Jordan feels guilty for hurting his younger brother.Freud would have attributed these feelings to Jordan's

Accepted Answer

Freud would have attributed Jordan's guilty feelings to his superego, which is responsible for setting moral and ethical standards and enforcing them with feelings of guilt or shame when those standards are violated.

Question 11

George often acts on impulse,without taking time to consider the consequences.A psychoanalyst would suggest that George shows signs of a

Accepted Answer

The id is the source of our instincts and impulses, while the ego is responsible for mediating between the id and the external world by considering the consequences of our actions. Therefore, if George is acting on impulse without considering consequences, he may have a weak ego.

Question 12

Katrinka habitually makes nasty,hostile comments about her teachers.Freud would have suggested that her behavior illustrates the powerful influence of the

Accepted Answer

Freud would have suggested that Katrinka's behavior illustrates the influence of the id, which is the source of basic impulses and drives, including aggression.

Question 13

Freud emphasized that the ego operates on the ________ principle.

Accepted Answer

According to Freud, the ego operates on the reality principle which means that it seeks to satisfy the id's impulses in realistic and socially appropriate ways. It allows the individual to delay gratification and make decisions based on reality rather than blindly following the pleasure principle.

Question 14

While attending college,Saeb impulsively and carelessly spends all his time and money on "wine,women,and song." Freud would have suggested that Saeb shows signs of a(n)

Accepted Answer

Freud believed that the id contains our innate, biological unconscious impulses that seek pleasure without regard for consequences, while the superego is our moral compass that develops as a result of societal and parental influences on our behavior. Saeb's impulsive spending and lack of concern for consequences suggest a weak superego, as he is unable to control his behaviors in accordance with societal norms and values.

Question 15

Who emphasized that slips of the tongue often reveal the personality dynamics that contribute to psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

Sigmund Freud emphasized that slips of the tongue often reveal the personality dynamics that contribute to psychological disorders, which he called "Freudian slips".

Question 16

The pleasure principle is to the ________ as the reality principle is to the ________.

Accepted Answer

The pleasure principle is associated with the id, which represents our innate, instinctual drives and desires for immediate gratification. The reality principle, on the other hand, is associated with the ego, which mediates between the demands of the id and the realities of the external world, seeking to find a balance between pleasure and the constraints of reality. Therefore, the correct pairing is id with pleasure principle and ego with reality principle.

Question 17

Free association is a method designed to

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Free association is a method used in psychoanalysis to explore the unconscious mind. The patient is asked to freely associate and express whatever comes to mind without self-censorship or logical thinking. This allows the therapist to gain insight into hidden thoughts, emotions, and conflicts that may be causing psychological distress.

Question 18

According to Freud's theory,the ego

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According to Freud's theory, the ego is the executive part of personality that helps to mediate between the impulses of the id and the demands of the external world. It operates on the reality principle, striving to satisfy the id's desires in a way that is realistic and appropriate for society's norms and values. While it is involved in regulating anxiety, it is not the major source of guilt feelings. The ego also operates on both conscious and unconscious levels.

Question 19

According to Freud,thoughts that are too unsettling for people to acknowledge are

Accepted Answer

According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, when a person experiences thoughts or feelings that are too unsettling, embarrassing, or anxiety-provoking to acknowledge consciously, they may be repressed into the unconscious. These repressed thoughts can still influence a person's behavior and emotions, even if they're not aware of their origin.

Question 20

Although Garth wants to have sex with his girlfriend,he also wants to avoid premarital sex.Freud would have suggested that both desires might be partially satisfied by Garth's

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Quiz 12: Personality