Question

multiple choice question
which is not among the core principles of psychodynamic theories?
○ personality and adjustment are important topics of psychological inquiry.
○ unconscious motives lie behind some of our puzzling behavior.
○ we mentally transform our experiences, giving them meaning that shapes our personality.
○ personality is determined only by early life experiences.

Explanation:

Psychodynamic theories emphasize unconscious mental processes as the root of confusing behaviors, focusing on how hidden drives shape actions. The other options do not align with core psychodynamic principles: psychodynamic thought does not center personality/adjustment as key inquiry topics, does not frame experience transformation as a core tenet, and does not state personality is only determined by early life (though early experiences matter, it is not the sole factor).

Answer:

C. Unconscious motives lie behind some of our puzzling behavior.