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What was the primary focus of Horney's essay "The Problem of the Monogamous Ideal"?

  • Gender equality

  • Marriage legality

  • Monogamous relationships

  • Work-life balance

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Monogamous relationships, according to Karen Horney, are idealized and can be unrealistic and emotionally unsatisfying. Horney argues that monogamy disregards individual differences, sexual needs, and emotional complexities. She proposes that people should be open to exploring alternative forms of relationships that better suit their needs and desires, rather than feeling compelled to conform to societal expectations of monogamy.
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