Which of the following is not true about Karen Horney?
A) She believed that social forces rather than biology influenced the development of gender identity
B) Girls' penis envy reflects a desire for men's power and status in society
C) Men envy other men
D) Men perceive women as inferior in order to elevate their own status

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Karen Horney, a psychoanalytic psychologist, is known for her theories on neurosis, feminine psychology, and the social and cultural influences on personality. She argued against Freud's concept of penis envy, suggesting instead that women's envy was more about power and opportunities in society (B), and that men's need to perceive women as inferior (D) was a way to elevate their own status. She emphasized the role of social and cultural forces in the development of gender identity (A), rather than biological determinism. The statement that "Men envy other men" (C) is not directly related to her theories on gender and was not a specific focus of her work.

Which of the Following Is Not True About Karen Horney