Question

According to the psychodynamic therapy, the cause of psychological disorders can be:

• A. Faulty Conditioning Pattern
• B. Intrapsychic Conflict
• C. Sense of futility of one's existence
• D. Faulty thinking and belief

Hint:

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on uncovering unconscious conflicts and working through them to achieve healthier, more adaptive functioning. Techniques like free association, dream analysis, and exploring childhood experiences are often used.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

According to psychodynamic therapy, psychological disorders are primarily caused by intrapsychic conflict, which refers to a clash between different parts of the psyche, such as the id, ego, and superego. This inner conflict can lead to unresolved emotions, repressed memories, and maladaptive behaviors, all of which contribute to psychological distress.
- Intrapsychic Conflict is central in psychodynamic theory, where unresolved conflicts from childhood or past experiences affect current mental health.
- Faulty Conditioning Patterns and Faulty Thinking and Belief are more relevant to behavioral therapy and cognitive therapy, respectively.
- Sense of Futility of One's Existence is more related to existential therapy, not psychodynamic therapy.
Thus, the correct answer is Intrapsychic Conflict.