Much like Freud,Skinner's views on human behaviour were controversial and often criticized.Which controversies were predominant for each of Freud and Skinner

A) Freud's focus on sexual motivation and Skinner's suggestion that free will was an illusion
B) Freud's focus on sexual motivation and Skinner's belief that maladaptive behaviour was biological in origin
C) Freud's insensitive treatment of patients and Skinner's violation of existing animal ethics rules
D) Freud's focus on conscious processes and Skinner's focus on unconscious processes

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Rose Ann Joy Chichirita · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Freud was criticized for his focus on sexual motivation and the Oedipus complex, which many found controversial and difficult to accept. Skinner, on the other hand, was criticized for his belief that free will was an illusion, which conflicted with the concept of personal responsibility and autonomy. Both theories were considered controversial in their respective times and continue to be debated today.

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