Question

State whether the following statement is True or False. If False, correct them. If True, explain why.

Very often forgetting is due to unconscious processes like repression.

Options

• True

• False

Answer 1

Very often forgetting is due to unconscious processes like repression. - True

Explanation:

Sigmund Freud’s Psychoanalytic model states that we subconsciously push unwanted thoughts and memories into our unconsciousness. Person thinks that such repressed memories are completely forgotten. For example, a girl who had experienced sexual abuse during childhood may completely forget about it but she may have difficulty while forming romantic relationship.