Question

Which psychological perspective emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in behavior?

• A. Behavioral
• B. Cognitive
• C. Psychoanalytic
• D. Humanistic

Hint:

Freud's psychoanalytic theory focuses on unconscious conflicts, which are seen as key drivers of human behavior and mental processes.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The psychoanalytic perspective, developed by Sigmund Freud, emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts and drives in shaping behavior. According to this theory, much of human behavior is influenced by unconscious desires, fears, and experiences, particularly those from early childhood. The theory focuses on how these hidden influences shape an individual’s personality and actions.
- Behavioral perspective (A) focuses on observable behaviors and their relationship to environmental stimuli, without considering the role of unconscious processes.
- Cognitive perspective (B) studies mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving, but does not focus on unconscious conflicts.
- Humanistic perspective (D) emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization, but again, does not focus on unconscious influences like psychoanalysis does.
Thus, the psychoanalytic perspective is the correct one in terms of the role of unconscious conflicts.