Behavioral and psychodynamic perspectives differ in that the former emphasizes the____, while the latter focuses on___.

Question

A) the blank slate;pattern of traits
B) emotional life;objective life
C) determinism; functionalism
D) observable behavior;inner life

I want to say the answer is either A or C but leaning more towards A

Answer 1

I don't think so. Check these sites for more information.

http://psychology.about.com/od/psychology101/a/perspectives.htm

http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study_guide/Psychodynamic-Perspectives.topicArticleId-25438,articleId-25388.html

Answer 2

Okay, Now I think the answer is D! Here is why...

Psychodynamic behavior is motivate by inner, unconscious forces over which a person has little control and Behavioral focuses on observable behavior.

Answer 3

Yay! I like D best also. :-)

Answer 4

Thank you for pointing me in the right direction

Answer 5

You're welcome.