Summarize two of the postulates presented in the textbook as to ...

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Summarize two of the postulates presented in the textbook as to the nature of contemporary psychoanalysis. Briefly compare them with Freuds ideas.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

According to the __________________ theory of Deci and Ryan, there is a big difference between engaging in an activity because of extrinsic reasons and engaging in the same activity for intrinsic reasons.
 
  a. psychodynamic
  b. self-determination
  c. psych-motivation
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Answer to Question 1

Answer: The textbook presents five observations or postulates and the student can choose from these.

• As with Freud, unconscious processes remain central to contemporary psychoanalysis.


• While psychic conflict is still a central issue, the contemporary model of the unconscious is one of a more rational set of cognitive processes than Freud theorized.


• In general, childhood experiences are still seen as the foundation for adult personality.


• Mental representations of self, others, relationships, etc. are seen as important and, as with Freud, are seen to derive from early experiences.


• Development is still seen as movement from an immature, dependent state to a more independent one based on the struggle to manage sexual and aggressive urges.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b: self-determination