Question 1

According to Horney,which of the three interpersonal styles is likely to lead to a successful relationship?
A)Moving toward people
B)Moving against people
C)Moving away from people
D)None is more likely to lead to a successful relationship

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

Erikson talked about people encountering crises in personality development.Which of the following is correct about his description of a crisis?
A)How we resolve the crisis determines the direction our personality develops.
B)A crisis interrupts the natural development of personality until it is resolved.
C)People face an unlimited number of potential crises as they pass through personality development.
D)Crises usually don't occur until after age five.

Accepted Answer

Erikson believed that personality development involves a series of crises or conflicts that need to be resolved. How we resolve these crises determines the direction our personality takes.

Question 3

Samantha is anxious about socializing with others and she acts so funny toward her peers when they invite her to go out with them that they have stopped asking. Which interaction style does Samantha display,according to Horney?
A)Moving toward people
B)Moving away from people
C)Moving against people
D)Moving without people

Accepted Answer

Samantha is displaying the moving away from people style, as she is avoiding social situations and pushing people away by acting funny when they invite her to go out with them.

Question 4

Karen Horney made several important early contributions to understanding personality. One significant idea was her view that neurotics are
A)trapped in a self-defeating way of interacting with others.
B)insecure about their relationships.
C)people who suffer from "womb envy."
D)no less adjusted to the challenges of life than normal people.

Accepted Answer

Karen Horney believed that neurotics develop a self-defeating way of interacting with others, which includes either moving toward people (seeking approval and affection excessively), moving against people (being aggressive and dominant), or moving away from people (isolating themselves and avoiding close relationships). These behaviors ultimately trap neurotics in a cycle of anxiety and unhappiness.

Question 5

The last stage of personality development described by Erikson typically occurs when in the life cycle?
A)Around age five or six
B)Adolescence
C)Early adulthood
D)Late adulthood

Accepted Answer

The last stage of personality development described by Erikson is ego integrity versus despair and typically occurs during late adulthood (ages 65 and beyond). This is the stage where individuals reflect on their lives and experiences, and come to a sense of wholeness and satisfaction or feel a sense of despair and regret.

Question 6

The neo-Freudian theorist who stimulated the most discussion about religion was
A)Karen Horney.
B)Alfred Adler.
C)Carl Jung.
D)Erich Fromm.

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung is the neo-Freudian theorist who stimulated the most discussion about religion. He explored the role of myth, symbolism, and spirituality in the human psyche, and described the human experience of the divine as "the numinous”, or the experience of something greater than oneself. Jung's theories have had a significant impact on the field of psychology of religion and continue to be influential today.

Question 7

According to Karen Horney,a person who becomes extremely dependent on other people
A)is psychotic.
B)is using this interpersonal style to avoid feelings of anxiety.
C)learned this style of interacting as an adult.
D)could be classified as "moving against people."

Accepted Answer

According to Karen Horney, someone who becomes extremely dependent on other people is using this interpersonal style to avoid feelings of anxiety. This is known as the "moving toward people" style, in which a person seeks to gain love and affection from others as a way of combating their own feelings of inadequacy or insecurity. It is not necessarily a sign of psychosis or a learned behavior as an adult, but rather a coping mechanism developed in response to specific situations or experiences. It is also not classified as "moving against people," which refers to a style of interpersonal interaction characterized by aggression or domination.

Question 8

Which of the following neo-Freudian theorists called his approach "analytic psychology"?
A)Adler
B)Erikson
C)Horney
D)Jung

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung called his approach "analytic psychology," which emphasized the importance of the collective unconscious and archetypes in shaping personality. Alfred Adler developed individual psychology, Erik Erikson developed psychosocial theory, and Karen Horney developed a theory of neurosis that addressed cultural and societal factors in personality development.

Question 9

According to Jung,modern psychotherapists often take on the role once provided by
A)grandparents.
B)the clergy.
C)physicians.
D)faith healers.

Accepted Answer

According to Jung, modern psychotherapists often take on the role once provided by the clergy. This is because individuals have lost their faith and the role of the clergy has diminished, leading to the need for a new figure or institution to provide guidance and support in life. Psychotherapists have taken on this role by providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their inner selves, values, and beliefs, as well as to provide guidance and assistance with personal and spiritual growth.

Question 10

Freud introduced the idea of "penis envy" to explain the personality development of young girls. By introducing the concept of "womb envy," Karen Horney was suggesting that
A)men are as dissatisfied with themselves as women.
B)men are conflicted as children over wanting a womb like mother has.
C)women are ultimately superior to men because they can bear children.
D)each gender has attributes that the other admires.

Accepted Answer

Karen Horney introduced the concept of "womb envy" as a counter to Freud's "penis envy," suggesting that men may experience envy towards women's reproductive capabilities, indicating that each gender has attributes that the other admires or envies.

Question 11

Which of the following statements can be attributed to Jung's view of religion?
A)"Authoritarian religions emphasize that we are controlled by a powerful God."
B)"Modern psychotherapy has taken on the role once reserved for the clergy."
C)"Humanistic religions emphasize that there is no God."
D)"The religions of mankind must be classified as a mass-delusion."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements can be...

Question 12

According to Erikson,a person in middle adulthood is most likely to be dealing with which of the following issues?
A)Whether or not to take an active role in the lives of young people
B)Whether or not to commit to a romantic relationship
C)Whether or not to feel guilty about facing challenges
D)Whether or not to feel satisfaction with choices made in life

Accepted Answer

In Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, middle adulthood is characterized by the conflict of Generativity vs. Stagnation, where individuals focus on contributing to the next generation and taking an active role in the lives of young people.

Question 13

Erikson proposed eight stages of personality development through the life span,many more than Freud proposed. In terms of stages,Freud's anal stage of development takes place roughly the same time of life as which of Erikson's stages?
A)Trust versus mistrust
B)Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C)Initiative versus guilt
D)Industry versus inferiority

Accepted Answer

Freud's anal stage takes place from 1-3 years old, which is roughly the same time as Erikson's stage of autonomy versus shame and doubt, which occurs from 1-3 years old. Both stages involve the development of a sense of control and independence, with Freud's anal stage focusing on toilet training and Erikson's stage focusing on the development of self-sufficiency.

Question 14

A teenage boy drifts from one religion or social cause to another,in an effort to "find himself." According to Erikson,he is probably struggling with which developmental crisis?
A) Initiative versus guilt
B) Industry versus inferiority
C) Identity versus role confusion
D) Generativity versus stagnation

Accepted Answer

The adolescent's behavior described indicates a struggle with identity versus role confusion, which is Erikson's fifth developmental crisis that takes place during adolescence. This stage involves forming a sense of self and figuring out one's place and purpose in the world. The adolescent's tendency to drift from one identity or group to another suggests that they have not yet fully formed a cohesive sense of self.

Question 15

According to Fromm,people who conform to what society deems to be normal behavior are
A)the most well-adjusted.
B)the happiest.
C)trying to escape from the perception of powerlessness.
D)probably struggling with an identity crisis.

Accepted Answer

Fromm argues that conformity to society's norms is often an attempt to escape from the feeling of powerlessness or isolation. He suggests that individuals who conform in this way may be avoiding the difficult task of developing their own sense of identity and purpose. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 16

According to Jung,people in all cultures throughout history have believed in powerful God-like entities because of
A)inherent feelings of helplessness and powerlessness.
B)the God archetype.
C)the power of organized religion to promote its views.
D)fear and anxiety about death.

Accepted Answer

According to Jung, the belief in God or gods can be attributed to the existence of a collective unconscious and shared archetypes, including the God archetype. This archetype represents an innate tendency to seek higher meaning and purpose in life, which can manifest in beliefs in higher powers or spiritual forces. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Question 17

Researchers turn life stories into data by which of the following methods?
A)Judging transcripts of interview recordings
B)Computing scores on an inventory
C)Judging pictures of significant life events
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Researchers turn life stories into data by judging transcripts of interview recordings. This is a common method used in qualitative research to analyze and understand individuals' personal experiences and perspectives.

Question 18

"God is but an unconscious father figure generated to provide us with feelings of security." Which theorist is most likely to have made this statement?
A)Freud
B)Jung
C)Fromm
D)Adler

Accepted Answer

The answer of "God is but an unconscious father figure...

Question 19

Phil was often picked on and teased by his parents and other children when growing up.He soon learned to keep people at a distance,to spend most of his time alone.He continued this pattern as an adult,settling on a bookkeeping job that keeps him working in solitude most of the time.Which theorist might use Phil as an example to support part of his or her theory?
A)Adler
B)Erikson
C)Horney
D)Freud

Accepted Answer

Karen Horney's theory emphasizes the importance of social relationships and how disruptions in those relationships can lead to neurotic behaviors, such as withdrawing from social interaction. Phil's history of being picked on and teased by others led him to keep people at a distance and spend most of his time alone, which is consistent with Horney's theory.

Question 20

According to Erikson's theory,a person in middle adulthood is most likely to be dealing with which of the following issues?
A)Whether or not to commit to a romantic relationship
B)Whether or not to take an active role in the lives of young people
C)Whether or not to feel guilty about facing challenges
D)Whether or not to feel satisfaction with choices made in life

Accepted Answer

In Erikson's theory, middle adulthood is characterized by the stage of "Generativity vs. Stagnation," where individuals focus on contributing to the next generation and taking an active role in the lives of young people.

Quiz 5: The Psychoanalytic Approach: Neo-Freudian Theory, Application, and Assessment

According to Horney,which of the three interpersonal styles is likely to lead to a successful relationship?

Erikson talked about people encountering crises in personality development.Which of the following is correct about his description of a crisis?

Samantha is anxious about socializing with others and she acts so funny toward her peers when they invite her to go out with them that they have stopped asking. Which interaction style does Samantha display,according to Horney?

Karen Horney made several important early contributions to understanding personality. One significant idea was her view that neurotics are

The last stage of personality development described by Erikson typically occurs when in the life cycle?

The neo-Freudian theorist who stimulated the most discussion about religion was

According to Karen Horney,a person who becomes extremely dependent on other people

Which of the following neo-Freudian theorists called his approach "analytic psychology"?

According to Jung,modern psychotherapists often take on the role once provided by

Freud introduced the idea of "penis envy" to explain the personality development of young girls. By introducing the concept of "womb envy," Karen Horney was suggesting that

Which of the following statements can be attributed to Jung's view of religion?

According to Erikson,a person in middle adulthood is most likely to be dealing with which of the following issues?

Erikson proposed eight stages of personality development through the life span,many more than Freud proposed. In terms of stages,Freud's anal stage of development takes place roughly the same time of life as which of Erikson's stages?

A teenage boy drifts from one religion or social cause to another,in an effort to "find himself." According to Erikson,he is probably struggling with which developmental crisis?

According to Fromm,people who conform to what society deems to be normal behavior are

According to Jung,people in all cultures throughout history have believed in powerful God-like entities because of

Researchers turn life stories into data by which of the following methods?

"God is but an unconscious father figure generated to provide us with feelings of security." Which theorist is most likely to have made this statement?

According to Erikson's theory,a person in middle adulthood is most likely to be dealing with which of the following issues?