Walter’s parents strongly believe that Walter should make his own decisions, so they set very few rules regarding homework, bedtime, and household chores. Since they believe that freedom and responsibility are important, they patiently tolerate all of Walter’s behavior, whether childish or mature. The parenting style adopted by Walter’s parents is called

The ego operates according to the________ principle in which instinctual energy is restrained to maintain the individual’s safety and to help integrate the person into society.

Martha grew up in a dysfunctional family. At the age of eight, she was sexually abused by her father. After graduating from college and getting a job, Martha moved out of her parents’ house and started living with a friend. Now, as an adult, Martha is unable to recall memories of the childhood abuse. However, she sometimes has nightmares about it. According to Freud’s theory, which of the following defense mechanisms is Martha’s ego most likely using?

The________ includes the conscience, which prevents us from behaving in a morally improper way by making us feel guilty if we do wrong.

Which of the following neurotransmitters plays a major role in depression?

The id operates according to the________ principle in which the goal is the immediate reduction of tension and the maximization of satisfaction.

Which of the following is TRUE of the findings made by Asch on conformity?

Which of the following statements is TRUE of groupthink?

In the context of attribution theory, the causes of behavior that are external to a person are

Elizabeth is 5 years old, and she likes to help her mother in preparing supper. However, at the end of the day, her mother often loses her temper easily, and ends up scolding Elizabeth. She tells Elizabeth to stay out of the kitchen as rather than helping her, she makes more of a mess. Based on Erikson’s theory, Elizabeth is most likely to develop