Asked by shanend ravichandran on Jun 03, 2024

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After the fight Jenny still feels extremely angry but outwardly seems very calm and even offers to do John's chores for him.Which defense mechanism is she likely using

A) Repression
B) Denial
C) Reaction Formation
D) Sublimation

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an unacceptable impulse is transformed into its opposite, often in behavior and attitudes.

Defense Mechanism

A psychological strategy unconsciously used to protect a person from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Repression

A defense mechanism where unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or desires are unconsciously excluded from consciousness.

  • Identify and explain defense mechanisms and their manifestations in behavior.
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Ricardo LeonidesJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Jenny is likely using the defense mechanism of reaction formation, where she is expressing the opposite of her true feelings. She is angry with John but is outwardly behaving calmly and even offering to do his chores, which is the opposite of her true feelings. Repression involves pushing unwanted thoughts or memories out of one's consciousness. Denial involves refusing to acknowledge reality. Sublimation involves channeling potentially negative emotions into positive outlets.