Link to Assumption

• What does the link from therapy reveal about the mind?

  It shows what we have suppressed
• How does the link from therapy relate to the superego, Id, and Ego?

  It shows which is dominant
• What do dreams represent according to the link from therapy?

  They are the royal road to knowledge
• What is the significance of dreams in understanding the unconscious mind?

  They reveal unconscious activities of the mind
• What influences relationships according to the study material?

  Pach influences relationships
• What traits do women look for in mates?

  Traits that enhance offspring survival
• How do women prioritize mate selection?

  They prefer males with resources
• What is the significance of a male's age in mate selection?

  Older males are likely to have resources
• What do females look for in males regarding offspring?

  Signs of genetic success
• What physical traits indicate good genes in females?

  Healthy teeth, wide hips, and large breasts
• What do males look for in females regarding offspring?

  Females who can bear many children
• What is the psychodynamic approach's assumption about relationships?

  • Early childhood experiences shape relationships
  • Primary caregiver (mother) and infant relationship is crucial
• Who applied Freudian principles to attachment theory?

  John Bowlby
• What is attachment according to Bowlby?

  Emotional bond between child and caregiver
• Why is the infant-caregiver relationship important?

  It establishes patterns for future relationships
• What is the "continuity hypothesis"?

  First relationship shapes future relationships
• What does Bowlby call the bond between child and mother?

  Monotropy
• How is attachment characterized?

  As a reciprocal process between infant and caregiver
• What are social releasers?

  Crying, gurgling, and smiling
• When does the bond between infant and caregiver form?

  During the critical period of 3 years
• What are the long-term benefits of a secure bond?

  Social and emotional development benefits
• What happens if the bond is broken?

  Serious consequences for social and emotional development
• Who conducted a study on the importance of attachment?

  Massle and Szajnberg
• What is the behavioral approach's assumption about relationships?

  • Relationships can be explained using operant conditioning
  • Positive reinforcement influences behavior
• What is the relationship discussed in the behavioral approach?

  Pet-owner relationship
• How is behavior reinforced in the pet-owner relationship?

  Through positive reinforcement from the owner
• What does the owner experience from the pet's behavior?

  Company and atmosphere from the pet
• What is avoidance in the context of pet behavior?

  Owner avoids negative feelings through pet interaction
• What do psychologists argue about relationships with loved ones?

  They argue against the effects of attachment