After a few months of therapy,Michelle's therapist,Allen,reveals to her that her symptoms of anxiety are most likely a result of her troubled childhood,which was spent in fear of a very strict father.Which of the following approaches to psychology is Allen most likely using to understand and explain Michelle's symptoms?

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The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences influence behavior and emotions. Allen's explanation of Michelle's symptoms being a result of her troubled childhood suggests that he is using the psychodynamic approach to understand and explain her anxiety. The other approaches (evolutionary, behavioral, and sociocultural) may also be relevant to understanding anxiety, but they do not specifically address the influence of childhood experiences on current behavior and emotions.

After a Few Months of Therapy,Michelle's Therapist,Allen,reveals to Her That