Mary sought counseling because she feels very lonely. When Mary's therapist began exploring the source of Mary's loneliness, Mary disclosed that several times, people have told her that they have a hard time dealing with her "constantly
chewing things such as gum, hard candy, pencils and pens". Mary's counselor, who is a well-trained analyst, believes that Mary is fixated in the Oral Stage of psychosexual development.
Given this information, which of the following is true?
a. Mary's sexual drive was not satisfied from birth to age 1
b. Mary received too little Erotogenic stimulation as an infant
c. Mary received too much anal stimulation as an infant.
d. a and b
D
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A. alcohol B. cocaine C. marijuana D. all drugs
Alcohol use among _____ has declined to a lesser degree than alcohol use among high school seniors.
A. college students B. eighth graders C. tenth graders D. high-school dropouts
Which of the following accurately describes the concept of positive masculinity?
a. A recognition that male issues in society stem from rigid socialization. b. An understanding that males are more aggressive and less nurturing than females c. Positive masculine roles and traits d. The understanding that men operate primarily from a cognitive perspective
Compare and contrast the ideas of the psychodynamic perspective and the developmental perspective. Cite examples of how you think these theories would help with assessment and intervention in your practice with clients.
What will be an ideal response?