Which of the following is a shortcoming of Freud's psychoanalytic theory?

A) It failed to recognize the significance of repression.
B) It ignored the role of id, ego, and superego.
C) Its clinical method of gathering evidence is suspect.
D) It dismissed the profound effects of childhood events.


Correct answer is C) Its clinical method of gathering evidence is suspect. 

Psychology

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A. resistance B. polarized thinking C. meta-analysis D. Freudian slips

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Which of the following may occur during Phase II of the mate selection process and could lead to termination of the relationship?

a. Lack of sexual initiative b. Negative self-disclosure c. Inability to express commitment d. Parental support

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The term somatoform disorders was used to imply that:

A) the brain can override any physical illness and thus cause the body to heal itself. B) biological changes always underlie psychological disorders. C) cognitive powers cannot affect physiology without an underlying biological cause. D) the mind can produce physical illness.

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One expert states that nonverbal communication accounts for at least

A. 50% of the impact of our communication B. 93% of the impact of our communication C. 25% of the impact of our communication

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