KAREN HORNEY; PSYCHOANALYTIC SOCIAL THEORY

Question 1

in their quest of affection and approval, neurotics attempt to indiscriminately to please others

Answer 1

Neurotic Need for Affection and Approval

Question 2

lacking self-confidence, neurotics try to attach themselves to a powerful partner

Answer 2

Neurotic Need for a Powerful Partner

Question 3

neurotics frequently strive to remain inconspicuous, to take second place, and to be content with very little

Answer 3

Neurotic Need to Restrict One’s Life within Narrow Borders

Question 4

the need to control others and to avoid feelings of weakness or stupidity

Answer 4

Neurotic Need for Power

Question 5

evaluate others on the basis of how they can be used or exploited

Answer 5

Neurotic Need to Exploit Others

Question 6

trying to be first, important, or to attract attention to themselves

Answer 6

Neurotic Need for Social Recognition or Prestige

Question 7

neurotics have a need to be admired for what they are rather than for what they possess

Answer 7

Neurotic Need for Personal Admiration

Question 8

neurotics often have a strong drive to be the best. They must defeat other people in order to confirm their superiority

Answer 8

Neurotic Need for Ambition and Personal Achievement

Question 9

many neurotics have a strong need to move away from people

Answer 9

Neurotic Need for Self-Sufficiency and Independence

Question 10

by striving relentlessly for perfection, neurotics receive “proof” of their self-esteem and personal superiority

Answer 10

Neurotic Need for Perfection and Unassailability