Freud suggested that destructive or socially unacceptable wishes are repressed because they

a) are incompatible with the Oedipal stage.
b) are in conflict with one's self-image.
c) would otherwise find an outlet in hysterical symptoms.
d) are in opposition to the id.

Answer: b) are in conflict with one's self-image.

Psychology

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a.) avoidant b.) schizoid c.) obsessive-compulsive d.) schizotypal

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Distinguish between gender differences and sex differences. Summarize the impact that parents and peers have on the development of gender identity

What will be an ideal response?

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