Psychodynamic and Humanistic Theories of Personality Practice Test

Superego: internalized moral standards that judge behavior, producing guilt and shame when actions violate perceived rules.

Id: the rational decision-maker that negotiates with reality and delays gratification to meet long‑term goals.

Unconditional positive regard: therapist acceptance that eliminates guilt by removing the superego, combining humanistic therapy with psychodynamic structures inaccurately.

Ego: the pleasure-seeking part that demands immediate satisfaction, often clashing with rules and creating impulsive behavior.