Freud identified five stages of psychosexual development, periods during which
a. the oral id and the anal id compete for mental control.
b. the phallic id and the genital id compete for mental control.
c. libidinal energy is tied to properties of the opposite sex parent.
d. libidinal energy is usually associated with a specific area of the body.
Question 2Evan, a three year old, prefers to stay by himself rather than interact with others, has not acquired language, and often engages in repetitious behavior. Evan's behavior suggests that he is
a. egocentric. c. realistic.
b. autistic. d. animistic.
Question 3The theory proposed by ________ that an individual's personality originates in early forms of childhood sexuality and that gratification of this sexuality changes throughout various stages of development is called the ________ theory of development.
a. Erikson; psychosocial c. Freud; psychosocial
b. Erikson; psychosexual d. Freud; psychosexual
Question 4Which of the following pieces of evidence does not suggest that socialization can impact the development of a theory of mind?
a. A strong theory of mind is unlikely to emerge in cultures where the mind is not a concept of great concern.
b. Autistic children are not likely to develop a theory of mind.
c. Conversational experiences are related to the development of a theory of mind.
d. Deaf children who are not exposed to sign language develop theory of mind.
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