Freudian theory uses the term "libido" to refer to

A) the psychic energy that is the basis of drive or motivation.
B) the child's internalization of societal norms.
C) the child's belief that girls were born with penises, but have suffered castration.
D) a boy's fear that his father will castrate him.
E) the ability of mature individuals to make realistic compromises.


A

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