Psychoanalytic theory Quiz
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A person who unconsciously exhibits overly nice behavior to conceal hostile feelings is probably using which ego defense?

  • Reaction formation (correct)
  • Introjection
  • Projection
  • Displacement

Resolution of sexual conflicts and sex-role identity is a critical function of the ______ stage.

  • genital
  • anal
  • phallic (correct)
  • oral

Feelings of hostility, destructiveness, anger, rage, and hatred are associated with the ______ stage.

  • oral
  • anal (correct)
  • genital (correct)
  • phallic

The basic aim of psychoanalytic therapy is to

<p>make the unconscious motives conscious. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Directing energy toward another object or a person (when anxiety is reduced by focusing on a "safer target") is known as

<p>sublimation. (B), displacement. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of the psychosexual stages?

<p>Oral/anal/phallic/latency/genital (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Erikson's view, the major developmental task in adolescence is

<p>identity versus role confusion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person experiencing persistent feelings of inadequacy has probably had difficulty attaining a sense of ______ during the _________ stage.

<p>industry; school age</p> Signup and view all the answers

Self psychology and object-relations theory do not emphasize which of the following?

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All of the following are a part of Jung's view of development except

<p>symbiosis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person who manages his or her anxiety by distorting reality and failing to acknowledge painful events is most likely using:

<p>denial. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Manufacturing "good" reasons to explain away a bruised ego, or to explain away failures or losses, is known as:

<p>rationalization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The young adult who adopts his parent's outdated political beliefs to avoid unpleasant feelings of anxiety is an example of:

<p>introjection. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of redirecting sexual energy into some form of socially acceptable behavior is known as:

<p>sublimation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jacqueline feels guilty whenever she considers taking a day off from work for personal reasons. Which of the psychic structures postulated by Freud is fueling her guilty feelings?

<p>The superego (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main function of the ego is to:

<p>mediate between the instincts and the surrounding environment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true about the superego except:

<p>it governs, controls and regulates the personality. (B), it inhibits id impulses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Erickson, the basic struggle of early childhood involves:

<p>autonomy vs. shame and doubt. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person who is suffering from feelings of alienation and isolation has probably failed to achieve a sense of ______ during the ___________stage of development.

<p>intimacy; young adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

Developmentally, Freud's latency stage corresponds to Erickson's stage of:

<p>industry versus inferiority. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the object-relations view that focuses on separation and individuation?

<p>Mahler (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a component of the brief psychodynamic approaches?

<p>The therapist functioning as a blank slate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true about a therapist's countertransference reactions except:

<p>they should be avoided. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In object-relations theory, later relationships build upon:

<p>the child's search for a reconnection with the mother. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement below is not accurate with regard to the phenomenon of countertransference?

<p>Countertransference reactions are the weakest source of data for understanding the world of the client since they are so biased. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Ego defense mechanism

Unconscious strategies used by the ego to protect itself from anxiety-provoking thoughts or feelings.

Reaction formation

Unconsciously expressing the opposite of one's true feelings.

Psychosexual stages

Series of developmental stages in childhood, where conflicts related to specific erogenous zones influence personality development.

Oral stage

Early psychosexual stage focused on the mouth as the main source of pleasure.

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Anal stage

Psychosexual stage where bowel control and elimination become important sources of pleasure; conflict arises from this control.

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Phallic stage

Psychosexual stage where the genitals become the primary erogenous zone; Oedipus and Electra complexes emerge.

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Genital stage

Final psychosexual stage where mature sexual relationships develop.

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Psychoanalytic therapy

Therapy focusing on exploring unconscious motives and conflicts to resolve psychological issues.

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Displacement

Redirecting emotions or desires from a target person or object that is threatening to a different and safer object.

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Sublimation

Redirecting unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable behavior.

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Introjection

Taking on the beliefs and values of another person, often to avoid dealing with one's own feelings.

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Erikson's stages

Stages of psychosocial development focusing on social and emotional tasks in different life stages.

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Identity vs. role confusion

Erikson's stage for adolescents exploring their identities and roles.

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Intimacy vs. Isolation

Erikson's stage of young adulthood characterized by forming close relationships, or avoiding them.

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Countertransference

Therapist's unconscious emotional reactions toward the client, potentially influencing the therapeutic process.

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Rationalization

Creating logical-sounding explanations to justify unpleasant behavior or feelings.

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Denial

Avoiding accepting a painful reality or painful truth.

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Object-relations theory

Development of self through interactions with important figures in early life.

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individuation

Process of becoming one's own unique self within a social context.

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Study Notes

CSL-621 Session 2 Pool - Study Notes

  • Question 1 (Mandatory): A person employing overly nice behavior to mask hostility likely uses reaction formation as an ego defense mechanism.

  • Question 2 (Mandatory): Resolution of sexual conflicts and gender role identity is a crucial aspect of development.

  • Question 3 (Mandatory): Feelings of hostility, anger, rage, and hatred are often associated with the anal stage of psychosexual development.

  • Question 4 (Mandatory): The primary goal of psychoanalytic therapy is to make unconscious motives conscious.

  • Question 5 (Mandatory): Directing energy toward a substitute target when anxiety is reduced is called sublimation.

  • Question 6 (Mandatory): The correct sequence of psychosexual stages is Oral, Anal, Phallic, Latency, Genital.

  • Question 7 (Mandatory): In Erikson's theory, the major developmental task of adolescence is identity versus role confusion.

  • Question 8 (Mandatory): Difficulty attaining a sense of identity during the adolescent stage can contribute to persistent feelings of inadequacy.

  • Question 9 (Mandatory): Information not provided.

  • Question 10 (Mandatory): Symbiosis is not a component of Jung's view of development.

  • Question 11 (Mandatory): A person who distorts reality to avoid painful truths likely uses denial as a defense mechanism.

  • Question 12 (Mandatory): Manufacturing plausible explanations to deflect blame is called rationalization.

  • Question 13 (Mandatory): Adopting outdated political beliefs to avoid anxiety is an example of reaction formation.

  • Question 14 (Mandatory): Sublimation is the redirection of sexual energy into socially acceptable behaviors.

  • Question 15 (Mandatory): Jacqueline's guilty feelings are likely driven by her superego.

  • Question 16 (Mandatory): The ego's primary function is mediating between instincts and the environment.

  • Question 17 (Mandatory): The superego is the judicial branch of personality, internalizing societal and parental standards.

  • Question 18 (Mandatory): Erikson's early childhood stage conflict is autonomy vs. shame/doubt.

  • Question 19 (Mandatory): Information not provided.

  • Question 20 (Mandatory): Freud's latency stage correlates with Erikson's industry versus inferiority stage.

  • Question 21 (Mandatory): Mahler developed the object-relations view focusing on separation and individuation.

  • Question 22 (Mandatory): Information not provided.

  • Question 23 (Mandatory): Countertransference reactions are helpful for understanding the client but should be carefully monitored.

  • Question 24 (Mandatory): In object relations theory, later relationships are built upon reconnecting with the mother.

  • Question 25 (Mandatory): Incorrect statement regarding countertransference: Countertransference reactions are not the weakest source of data since they are often biased.

  • Concluding Note: The questions cover key concepts in psychoanalytic theory, including ego defenses, psychosexual stages, Erikson's psychosocial stages, and object relations theory.

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Test your knowledge on psychoanalytic theory and development stages in this quiz for the CSL-621 course. Explore concepts such as reaction formation, sublimation, and Erikson's developmental tasks. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of psychological mechanisms and stages.

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