Which of the following perspectives suggests that depression is due to the unconscious conflicts and hostile feelings that originate in early childhood? [Hint: Think back to Unit 1 - Perspectives of Psychology]

A. BiologicalB. BehavioralC. Psychoanalytic/PsychodynamicD. CognitiveE. Sociocultural

Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic

Explanation:

According to Freud, unconscious conflicts and hostile forces are present in the "id", and childhood is key since incidents cause this feelings and forces to manifest later in adulthood in the form of learned behavior.

As a children experiences sources of tension, he will develop defense mechanisms, and adult years will be shaped in turn.

The unconscious if for Freud, a powerful driving force that shapes behavior and he identifies: ego, super ego and the id as the components that regulate a personality.