Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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What concept is central to Object Relations Theory?

Operant conditioning
Early childhood recycling
Attachments and early relationships
Striving for societal approval

The correct answer is: Attachments and early relationships

Object Relations Theory is a psychological approach that focuses on how our relationships with others shape our understanding of ourselves. Option C, "Attachments and early relationships", is the central concept because it highlights the importance of our early relational experiences and how they impact our psychological development. Option A, "Operant conditioning", is incorrect because it is a concept from behaviorism that focuses on how behavior is shaped by rewards and punishments. Option B, "Early childhood recycling", is not a known concept and does not align with the key principles of Object Relations Theory. Option D, "Striving for societal approval", may touch on some themes in Object Relations Theory, but it is not the central concept and does not capture the complexity of this psychological approach.