Asked by Aliyah Jones on May 01, 2024

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When we say that a behavior is overdetermined,we mean that

A) there is nothing someone can do to prevent that behavior
B) the behavior has been well practiced, to the point of being almost automatic
C) an excessive amount of thought went into planning it
D) the behavior is influenced by many different factors

Overdetermined

A term used in psychoanalysis to describe a situation or symptom that is caused by several different factors or motives.

Automatic

Processes or responses that occur without conscious control or decision-making, often reflexive or habitual in nature.

Excessive Thought

Engaging in overly repetitive or non-productive thinking, often seen in anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorders.

  • Develop an understanding of the role media, particularly violent and sexual material, plays in shaping behavior and perceptions.
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Renata PancciMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Overdetermined behavior is behavior that is influenced by many different factors. This means that there are multiple causes for the behavior and it cannot be explained by a single factor or motive.