Question

The word "ego" can have two meanings. One is the reference to the self. What is the other meaning?

Accepted Answer

A)  all those mental functions that allow a person to take in information, evaluate it, and decide on a course of action 
B)  a primary source of unconscious drives 
C)  a mental function that punishes immoral behaviors 
D)  a capacity that functions according to primary process thought 
A)  all those mental functions that allow a person to take in information, evaluate it, and decide on a course of action 
B)  a primary source of unconscious drives 
C)  a mental function that punishes immoral behaviors 
D)  a capacity that functions according to primary process thought

The word "ego" can have two meanings. One is the reference to the self. What is the other meaning?

Introduction

Evolutionary Theory

Cognitive Developmental Theory

Learning Theories

Social Role Theory

Life Course Theory

Psychosocial Theory

Cognitive Social Historical Theory

Bioecological Theory

Dynamic Systems Theory

Epilogue

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Exam 3: Psychoanalytic Theory

The word "ego" can have two meanings. One is the reference to the self. What is the other meaning?

Introduction

Evolutionary Theory

Cognitive Developmental Theory

Learning Theories

Social Role Theory

Life Course Theory

Psychosocial Theory

Cognitive Social Historical Theory

Bioecological Theory

Dynamic Systems Theory

Epilogue

Filters