Johnny is 12 years old and has been aggressive toward his siblings and peers by hitting, kicking, and calling them names. Johnny's parents are worried about these new aggressive behaviors and consult with a psychologist, who suggests that this behavior could be the result of unconscious drives originating from conflicts during early development. The psychologist's explanation for the aggression is consistent with _____.

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The psychologist's explanation for Johnny's behavior suggests an emphasis on unconscious drives and conflicts during early development, which is a central tenet of psychoanalytic theory.

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