Childhood sexual abuse:A) can be debilitating through life and,in reality,is more widespread than Freud envisioned.B) is removed out of a person's awareness and later reliably recovered.C) can result from the occurrence of Freudian slips.D) is to be ignored and dismissed as unreal by a therapist counseling a victim.

Question

Childhood sexual abuse:A)  can be debilitating through life and,in reality,is more widespread than Freud envisioned.B)  is removed out of a person's awareness and later reliably recovered.C)  can result from the occurrence of Freudian slips.D)  is to be ignored and dismissed as unreal by a therapist counseling a victim.

Corey Hampton · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Childhood sexual abuse can have long-lasting effects on individuals and is unfortunately more common than previously thought. Ignoring or dismissing the trauma experienced by victims can be harmful and invalidate their experiences.Answer: BMemory recovery of childhood sexual abuse is a controversial topic in psychology. While some individuals may have suppressed memories that they later remember, research suggests that memories of traumatic events can also be distorted or created through suggestion in therapy. It is important for therapists to approach memory recovery with caution and prioritize the well-being of the individual.Answer: C and D are both incorrect choices. C, as stated, is not an accurate statement and D is harmful and dismissive of the experiences of victims.

Definitions

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Related questions