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What type of thinking involves spontaneous and non-logical thought processes?
What type of thinking involves spontaneous and non-logical thought processes?
- Secondary process thinking
- Critical thinking
- Primary process thinking (correct)
- Analytical thinking
Which type of thinking is generally associated with practicality and realism?
Which type of thinking is generally associated with practicality and realism?
- Primary process thinking
- Instrumental thinking
- Secondary process thinking (correct)
- Fantasy thinking
In psychological terms, what best describes primary process thinking?
In psychological terms, what best describes primary process thinking?
- A focus on delayed gratification
- Unconscious and instinctual thought (correct)
- Analytical reasoning and debate
- Rational problem-solving abilities
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of primary process thinking?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of primary process thinking?
What is a common outcome of primary process thinking?
What is a common outcome of primary process thinking?
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Thinking Styles
- Spontaneous and non-logical thought processes are associated with primary process thinking.
- Practicality and realism are generally associated with secondary process thinking.
Primary Process Thinking
- Primary process thinking is characterized by primitive, irrational, and illogical thought processes.
- Primary process thinking is not characterized by being goal-oriented.
- Wish fulfillment, hallucinations, and delusions are common outcomes of primary process thinking.
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