Which perspective primarily argues that psychological disorders stem from childhood conflicts over opposing wishes regarding sex and aggression?

A. the humanistic perspective
B. the psychoanalytic perspective
C. the medical perspective
D. the sociocultural perspective


Answer: B

Psychology

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