Question 1

An overweight person who defends his or her overeating with many reasons ("I need the energy," "I
need the vitamins," and so forth) is using the defense mechanism of rationalization.

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Question 2

Discuss the therapeutic benefits of hypnosis and the different theories explaining hypnosis.

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Question 3

Fixation can result from a child's early experience of psychic trauma

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Fixation can occur when a child experiences psychological trauma, such as abuse or neglect, during their early years. This trauma can cause them to become stuck in a particular stage of emotional or social development, which can impact their relationships and behavior as they grow older.

Question 4

According to Freud, girls differ from boys in that they do not want a sexual union with the opposite
sex parent during the phallic period.

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According to Freud's theory of psychosexual development, both boys and girls experience the Oedipus complex during the phallic period, where they desire a sexual union with the opposite-sex parent and view the same-sex parent as a rival. However, Freud believed that girls eventually give up this desire and develop penis envy, while boys identify with their fathers to resolve the Oedipus complex.

Question 5

Fixation at the anal phase may result in conflicts over issues of control.

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According to Freud's psychosexual theory, the anal phase occurs during the ages of 1-3 years when the child's focus is on bowel movements and toilet training. If a child experiences excessive punishment or harshness during this phase, they may become fixated and develop conflicts over issues of control. This can lead to personality traits such as being overly controlling or disorganized.

Question 6

Defense mechanisms cannot be measured by psychological tests.

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Defense mechanisms can be measured by psychological tests such as the Defense Style Questionnaire and the Defense Mechanism Inventory.

Question 7

Explain Freud's concept of psychic determinism. Give two hypothetical examples and explain them
in terms of psychic determinism.

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Question 8

Psychoanalytic theory suggests that people desiring sexual reassignment surgery are displacing
childhood sexual trauma.

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This statement is not supported by empirical evidence and is considered outdated and inaccurate by the medical and psychological community. It is important to approach each individual case with sensitivity and without making assumptions about the underlying motivations for seeking sexual reassignment surgery.

Question 9

Your book provides an in-depth Freudian analysis of Adolf Hitler. Summarize the analysis and
describe how psychoanalytic theory explains Hitler's behavior.

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Question 10

Fixation in the oral period often results in the character trait of dependency.

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According to psychoanalytic theory, fixation in the oral stage of development can result in the development of a dependent character trait, as oral satisfaction through feeding and other oral activities is essential for the infant's survival and development of trust in their caregivers.

Question 11

Cross-cultural research suggests that the defense mechanisms are largely universal.

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Cross-cultural research has found evidence for the existence of defense mechanisms across different cultures, suggesting that they may be largely universal. However, some researchers argue that the specific expression and use of defense mechanisms may vary across cultures, so there may be some cultural differences in how they are manifested.

Question 12

It has been conclusively demonstrated that childhood seduction causes hysteria.

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This statement is false. Sigmund Freud initially believed that childhood seduction experiences were the root cause of hysteria, but later revised his theory and developed the Oedipus complex theory. Modern research does not support the idea that childhood seduction causes hysteria.

Question 13

The first psychosexual stage is the anal stage.

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The first psychosexual stage according to Freud's theory is the oral stage, not the anal stage.

Question 14

The most desirable and healthy way of dealing with unacceptable impulses is intellectualization.

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Intellectualization involves using reasoning and analysis to distance oneself from emotional involvement, which may not be the most effective way of dealing with unacceptable impulses. Other methods such as self-reflection, mindfulness, therapy, or seeking support from others may be more helpful in managing and addressing these impulses in a healthy manner.

Question 15

Alex dreams that he has a brand new baseball bat, bigger than any he has had before. Discuss this
dream from a Freudian perspective. In your answer, include the manifest content of the dream and
the latent content of the dream.

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Question 16

The anal period occurs when the child is two and three years old.

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The anal period is a stage in psychosexual development proposed by Sigmund Freud, and it is typically considered to occur between the ages of one and a half and three years old. Therefore, statement A is true.

Question 17

As the infant develops from the oral erotic to the oral sadistic phase, he or she becomes increasingly
passive.

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As the infant develops from the oral erotic to the oral sadistic phase, he or she becomes increasingly aggressive and manipulative.

Question 18

Freud thought that it was normal and healthy for a woman to prefer a career to motherhood.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Freud believed that women had a natural instinct for motherhood and that a preference for a career was a form of repression or a result of societal pressures. He famously referred to the phenomenon as "penis envy," suggesting that women were envious of men's perceived superiority and their ability to pursue careers.

Question 19

In psychoanalytic treatment, the patient is instructed to say only things that are sensible and rational,
in order to practice good ego skills.

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In psychoanalytic treatment, the patient is encouraged to freely associate, which may involve saying things that are irrational, nonsensical, or even embarrassing. This technique helps to bring unconscious thoughts and emotions to the surface for exploration and resolution.

Question 20

Discuss why the time in which Freud practiced and theorized should be considered when evaluating his ideas.

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Quiz 2: Freud: Classical Psychoanalysis

An overweight person who defends his or her overeating with many reasons ("I need the energy," "I need the vitamins," and so forth) is using the defense mechanism of rationalization.

Discuss the therapeutic benefits of hypnosis and the different theories explaining hypnosis.

Fixation can result from a child's early experience of psychic trauma

According to Freud, girls differ from boys in that they do not want a sexual union with the opposite sex parent during the phallic period.

Fixation at the anal phase may result in conflicts over issues of control.

Defense mechanisms cannot be measured by psychological tests.

Explain Freud's concept of psychic determinism. Give two hypothetical examples and explain them in terms of psychic determinism.

Psychoanalytic theory suggests that people desiring sexual reassignment surgery are displacing childhood sexual trauma.

Your book provides an in-depth Freudian analysis of Adolf Hitler. Summarize the analysis and describe how psychoanalytic theory explains Hitler's behavior.