Christine is 6 months old, when, according to Freud, her id's pleasure-seeking energy is focused on the _____. If Christine does not receive sufficient gratification during this stage, Freud would suggest that, as an adult, she would MOST likely have a tendency to _____.

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According to Freud's psychosexual stages, at 6 months old, Christine is in the oral stage, where the id's pleasure-seeking energy is focused on the mouth. If she does not receive sufficient gratification during this stage, Freud would suggest that as an adult, she would have a tendency to overeat, hence choice C is the best answer. Choice A is incorrect as the anal stage occurs from 18 to 36 months and is associated with toilet training. Choices B and D are incorrect as there is no stage in Freud's theory that directly links to being sloppy.

Christine Is 6 Months Old, When, According to Freud, Her