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Childhood influences behavior unconsciously
Our early experiences shape how we behave without us realising it.
Innate drives and motivation
We have natural impulses and desires that influence our actions.
Nature
Emphasizes the role of genetics and biology in shaping behavior.
Determinism
Belief that behavior is determined by factors beyond our control.
Ignores positive emotions
Does not focus on the role of positive feelings in behavior.
Ignores 'normal' individuals
Does not consider behavior of typical or average individuals.
Ignores biological factors
Does not take into account the influence of genetics and neurochemistry on behavior.
Tests on humans only
Research is conducted exclusively on human subjects.
Preferred testing methods
Case studies, therapy, free association, dream analysis, and Freudian slips.
Not scientific
Criticized for lacking scientific rigor in its methods.
Known for psychosexual stages
Freud's theory of development involving stages like oral, anal, and phallic.
Known for personality
Focuses on how individual differences in behavior are shaped.
Known for defense mechanisms
Strategies the mind uses to cope with conflicts and anxiety.
Known for unconscious processes
Emphasizes the role of hidden thoughts and desires in behavior.
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