Explain how Freud's psychosexual theory might have made those around him uncomfortable

What will be an ideal response?


Freud's theory postulated that throughout childhood, sexual energy is focused on various erotic zones. Linking sexual feelings with children is not only an uncomfortable subject, it is rather taboo in Western cultures. Although Freud used "sexual" to substitute for "pleasure," this was not understood by all and therefore, perceived judged strangely.

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A. approach; approach B. approach; avoidance C. avoidance; approach D. avoidance; avoidance

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For males, the hormone that produces most sexual changes is

testosterone. progesterone. estrogen. adrenaline.

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The problem with Maslow's concept of self-actualization is

a. it can't ever be defined. b. it is not a state but a process of growth. c. the triangle is too narrow. d. the top of the triangle is too pointy.

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The embryonic period lasts from the ____ to the ____

a. 1st week; 4th week b. 3rd week; 8th week c. 6th week; 16th week d. 12th week; 32nd week

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