In Horney's view, the self-image of a neurotic:
a. does not develop until he or she reaches middle age.
b. is based on an unrealistic self-appraisal.
c. does not differ from that of the normal person.
d. is formed due to the predominance of the shadow archetype.
ANS: B
FEEDBACK: For normal people, the self-image is an idealized picture of oneself built on a flexible, realistic assessment of one's abilities. For neurotics, the self-image is based on an inflexible, unrealistic self-appraisal.
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