Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes the psychodynamic perspective on personality as developed by Sigmund Freud?
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The Psychodynamic Perspective on Personality
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In Freud's theory, dreams were a way to examine the _______ of his patients.
A
conscious thoughts
B
biological drives
C
unconscious mind
D
behavioral responses
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Understand the key concept in Freud's theory related to dreams: Freud proposed that dreams provide insight into the unconscious mind, which contains thoughts, memories, and desires not accessible to conscious awareness.
Review the options given: conscious thoughts, biological drives, unconscious mind, and behavioral responses.
Recall that Freud emphasized the role of the unconscious mind in shaping behavior and mental processes, especially through dreams, which he saw as a 'royal road' to the unconscious.
Eliminate options that do not align with Freud's theory: conscious thoughts are what we are aware of, biological drives are more related to instincts but not specifically the focus of dream analysis, and behavioral responses relate to observable actions rather than internal mental content.
Conclude that the correct answer is 'unconscious mind' because Freud used dreams to explore the hidden desires and conflicts within this part of the psyche.
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