When asked to explain why teenage gang membership is rising, Dr. Yale responds, "Generally speaking, these children are driven by conflicts between what they wish to do and what society wishes them to do." It is most likely that Dr. Yale would be a proponent of ____ theory.
A) psychodynamic
B) social cognitive
C) ecological
D) cognitive-developmental

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Dr. Yale's explanation focuses on internal conflicts and desires, which aligns with the principles of psychodynamic theory. This theory emphasizes the influence of unconscious drives and conflicts on behavior.

When Asked to Explain Why Teenage Gang Membership Is Rising