Asked by Nicholas Fiorentino on Jun 21, 2024

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What component of the superego involves behaviors disapproved of by parents?

A) id
B) ego
C) ego ideal
D) conscience

Conscience

The internal aspect of an individual that reflects on and judges the morality of that individual's actions.

Superego

The part of the personality in Freudian psychoanalytic theory that represents internalized societal standards of right and wrong.

Disapproved

The state of being opposed or objected to, often as a result of not meeting certain standards or expectations.

  • Detail the Freudian approach to understanding moral development, especially the part played by the superego.
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Anthony CastaldiJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The conscience component of the superego involves behaviors disapproved of by parents. It contains the rules and standards for behaviors that are considered bad by parental and societal standards, leading to feelings of guilt when violated.