Asked by anthony triguero on May 29, 2024

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Freud's theory of personality has been criticized because it

A) underestimates the importance of biological contributions to personality development.
B) is contradicted by recent research demonstrating the human capacity for destructive behavior.
C) is overly reliant upon observations derived from Freud's use of projective tests.
D) offers few testable hypotheses that allow one to determine its validity.

Personality Development

The formation of an individual's distinctive character traits, behaviors, and patterns of thinking across the lifespan.

Testable Hypotheses

A proposition that can be verified or falsified through experimentation or observation.

  • Recognize Freud's contributions and criticisms in psychological theory.
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Alimaa ErdenebaatarJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Freud's theory of personality offers few testable hypotheses that allow one to determine its validity, and as a result, it has received criticisms from many psychologists.