Theorists within the psychodynamic tradition would agree that:

A) humans are rational decision makers.
B) personality development is smooth and continuous.
C) psychologists need to rely on objective rather than subjective methods.
D) adult personalities and ongoing problems are formed primarily by experiences in early childhood.

Psychodynamic Tradition

A psychological perspective that emphasizes unconscious processes and childhood experiences in shaping behavior and personality.

Personality Development

The process by which an individual's personality grows and evolves over time, influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors.

Objective Methods

Research or assessment techniques that aim to minimize bias and subjectivity, providing measurable and observable data.