Which of the following is an emphasis shared by all psychodynamic theories?

A) an emphasis on unconscious processes within the mind
B) an emphasis on our uniquely human capacity to determine our own actions and futures
C) an emphasis on adult experiences as the cause of ongoing problems
D) an emphasis on the heritability of temperaments

Psychodynamic Theories

Theories that explain behavior and personality in terms of unconscious energy dynamics within the individual.

Unconscious Processes

Mental activities beyond conscious awareness that influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Heritability

A measure of how much of the variation in a trait within a population is due to genetic differences among individuals.