The psychodynamic theorists who came after Freud and are referred to as the neo-Freudians modified his theory in a number of ways. Adler and Horney, for example, criticized Freud for:

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Adler and Horney both criticized Freud for his patriarchal and phallocentric views, which ignored or demeaned women's development. They sought to incorporate a more gender-inclusive perspective in their theories. Option A is incorrect as Adler himself emphasized the importance of the individual's early experiences with their parents. Option B is incorrect as none of the neo-Freudians criticized cultural factors; in fact, they incorporated them into their theories. Option C is incorrect as the neo-Freudians continued to emphasize the role of unconscious processes in shaping human behavior.

The Psychodynamic Theorists Who Came After Freud and Are Referred