The model of human nature that sees behavior as the result of a complex system of wishes and emotions hidden by active defenses is the _______________ model.

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The psychodynamic model of human nature emphasizes the struggle between conscious and unconscious processes, and how early childhood experiences shape the development of personality and behavior. It posits that behavior is the result of a complex system of desires, defense mechanisms, and unresolved conflicts, which are often hidden or repressed from conscious awareness.

The Model of Human Nature That Sees Behavior as the Result