Which limitation indicates that Freud's theory does not consider social, cultural, and interpersonal variables?

Which limitation indicates that Freud's theory does not consider social, cultural, and interpersonal variables?

• A. Cannot be used in crisis counseling
• B. Not measurable
• C. Does not take into account social, cultural, and interpersonal variables
• D. Prolonged training, lengthy period of therapy

Answer: (C)

The main idea being tested is that Freud’s theory emphasizes internal drives and early conflicts, focusing on the intrapsychic sphere rather than the surrounding social world. The option that states it does not take into account social, cultural, and interpersonal variables directly captures this limitation. Because psychoanalytic theory concentrates on unconscious processes and early psychosexual dynamics, it often overlooks how culture, social context, and relationships shape thoughts, feelings, and behavior, which is a significant critique when applying the theory in diverse real-world settings. The other points reflect different kinds of limitations—practical or methodological—not the specific neglect of social and cultural factors.

The main idea being tested is that Freud’s theory emphasizes internal drives and early conflicts, focusing on the intrapsychic sphere rather than the surrounding social world. The option that states it does not take into account social, cultural, and interpersonal variables directly captures this limitation. Because psychoanalytic theory concentrates on unconscious processes and early psychosexual dynamics, it often overlooks how culture, social context, and relationships shape thoughts, feelings, and behavior, which is a significant critique when applying the theory in diverse real-world settings. The other points reflect different kinds of limitations—practical or methodological—not the specific neglect of social and cultural factors.