Moderate

In terms of the early parent-child relationship in the development of mental illness, which of the following accurately explains how contemporary psychodynamic models differ to that of Freud?

Correct answer: A. Contemporary models focus more on interpersonal relationships than on intrapsychic conflict.

  • A. Contemporary models focus more on interpersonal relationships than on intrapsychic conflict.
  • B. Contemporary models focus on the unconscious internal desires and motivations of the child.
  • C. Contemporary models focus on how the child negotiates his/her unconscious internal desires and motivations as s/he progresses through the early relationship with his/her parents.
  • D. None of the above.Try Life Coaching

Explanation

Contemporary psychodynamic theories place greater emphasis on relationships and interpersonal patterns, whereas Freud focused more heavily on intrapsychic conflict and instinctual drives. This makes option a the best contrast.

Last updated

Practise Personality Theories

209 free Personality Theories MCQs from Psychology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Exams that ask Psychology questions like this

Psychology is on this paper prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for it.

Related questions