Lisa and Lyle both want to stay up past their bedtimes to watch a show on TV. When their parents say "No," Lisa throws a fit, while Lyle says, "Please? I'll brush my teeth and get into PJs and be all ready, so I can just pop into bed the minute the show is over!" From a Freudian perspective, Lisa is responding from her _____, while Lyle is communicating through his _____.

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Lisa is responding from her id, which is driven by immediate gratification and desires, while Lyle is using his ego, which negotiates with reality and tries to find a practical solution.

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