Question

Dave’s wife suggests that he talk to a doctor because of his inability to cope with criticism. The doctor suggests that Dave’s problem represents the unconscious expression of resentment he has for his father because he was not around while Dave was growing up. This view is typical of the ____________ approach to psychological symptoms.

Answer 1

Answer:

psychodynamic

Explanation:

The psychodynamic approach is actually a collection of psychological theories. They emphasize the importance of impulses and other forces in human functioning, especially unconscious impulses. The approach holds that childhood experience is the basis for personality, behavior and adult relationships. Because of this kind of approach, Dave's doctor was able to find that the reason for Dave's inability to deal with criticism stems from an unconscious impulse from Dave related to his father's absence during his childhood.