Asked by Rutvi Mehta on Sep 24, 2024

verifed

Verified

All of the following are neurotic needs except

A) basic anxiety.
B) power.
C) admiration.
D) exploitation.

Neurotic Needs

In psychoanalytic theory, neurotic needs refer to ten specific, intense, and irrational demands on oneself and others that people develop to manage their anxiety.

Basic Anxiety

This refers to a theory by Karen Horney that suggests this anxiety is the feeling of being isolated and helpless in a hostile world, often stemming from childhood.

  • Understand the function of fundamental unease in shaping neurotic tendencies and actions.
verifed

Verified Answer

FS
Fabiana Scuderi1 day ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Basic anxiety is not a neurotic need, but rather a fundamental feeling of insecurity and vulnerability that can lead to neurotic behaviors and coping strategies. The other options (power, admiration, and exploitation) are all examples of neurotic needs as described by Karen Horney's psychoanalytic theory.