Erikson's theory is built on the __________,which suggests that unconscious influences affect our behavior.

A) environmental hypothesis
B) personal initiative theory
C) psychodynamic perspective
D) generativity approach

Psychodynamic Perspective

The approach stating that behavior is motivated by inner forces, memories, and conflicts that are generally beyond people’s awareness and control.

Unconscious Influences

Effects on an individual's thoughts, feelings, or actions that arise from processes or content in the unconscious mind.

Environmental Hypothesis

A theory that suggests the environment plays a critical role in the development, behavior, or adaptations of organisms or phenomena.