Dr. Davis, a psychoanalyst, and Dr. Besner, a behaviourist, are discussing a case of dissociative identity disorder. It is likely that they will agree that the symptoms arise:

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Both psychoanalytic and behaviourist perspectives may agree that dissociative identity disorder arises as a coping mechanism to avoid painful information or trauma. Psychoanalytic theory suggests that dissociation is a way of repressing unwanted thoughts and emotions, while behaviourism views dissociation as a learned response to avoid aversive stimuli. Choices A, C, and D do not accurately reflect the theories of either psychoanalysis or behaviourism regarding dissociative identity disorder.

Dr Davis, a Psychoanalyst, and Dr