Asked by Edward Reeves on May 25, 2024

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Even though it appears that he needs to use the bathroom, when Tommy's parents ask him if he wants to use the "potty," he says no. What did Freud call people when they gained pleasure from retaining their bowels?

A) anal retentive
B) anal expulsive
C) anal fixated
D) anal dormant

Anal Retentive

Gaining pleasure from retaining the bowels.

  • Recognize and elucidate fundamental notions of psychodynamic theory including mechanisms of defense, the psyche's composition, and personality development.
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Shamara StevensMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Freud referred to individuals who gain pleasure from retaining their bowels as being "anal retentive." This is often associated with individuals who are overly neat, organized, and stubborn.