Question

One criticism of the psychodynamic perspective is that there is inadequate evidence. This criticism developed from the idea that psychodynamic theories rely heavily on _________ in their research, which can often lead clinicians to make biased claims regarding one's behavior.
A.
archetypes
B.
defense mechanisms
C.
case studies
D.
levels of awareness

Answer 1

C. case studies

Psychodynamic theories have often relied on detailed single-case studies (e.g., Freud's case histories), which are subjective and not easily generalizable, allowing researcher/clinician bias.