Professor Dempsey thinks the Freudian view that sex plays a central role in psychological conflict is exaggerated. She thinks interpersonal relationships and the social context are of greater importance to psychological development. Professor Dempsey is most likely a __________.

A. neo-analytic theorist
B. cognitive-behavioral theorist
C. humanistic theorist
D. behaviorist


Answer: A

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