Erikson's primary research method was the:
a. Inkblot analysis.
c. case study.
b. psychoanalysis questionnaire.
d. free association analysis.
ANS: C
FEEDBACK: Erikson's primary research method was the case study. Erikson argued that case histories yield many insights into personality development and can help resolve a patient's problems.
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