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

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?

Which defense mechanism is correctly matched with a description?

According to Carl Rogers’ humanistic approach to personality, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Maura and Trish are eighth graders who have been caught smoking. Maura’s parents yell at her and refuse to let her explain things. They ground her for a month and take away her television and Internet privileges for two months. Trish’s parents talk to her about their disappointment and concern; additionally, they make her spend every afternoon for a week at the library, researching the dangers of smoking and discussing her findings with them each night at dinner. Most likely, Maura’s parents are________ and Trish’s are________.

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

Carlos is emotionally unstable, insecure, anxious, and moody. Quinn is disorganized, careless, and impulsive. Johann is quiet, serious, and rather timid. Finally, Kristy is imaginative, independent, and fond of variety. Which of these individuals is correctly matched with a Big Five personality description?

Intercalated discs and striations suggest:

Which type of loose connective tissue contains primarily lipids?

The arbor vitae [tree of life] refers to: