Asked by Jitendra Jangid on Sep 22, 2024
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A person who is speaking about a contender for a significant other's affection says in a gushy, syrupy voice, "What a lovely person. That's someone I simply adore." The individual is demonstrating:
A) reaction formation.
B) repression.
C) projection.
D) denial.
Reaction Formation
A defense mechanism where unacceptable impulses are transformed into their opposite, often presented in exaggerated or compulsive behaviors.
Repression
A defense mechanism where distressing thoughts or feelings are unconsciously excluded from consciousness.
Denial
A psychological defense mechanism where an individual refuses to accept reality or facts, thus avoiding a potentially distressing truth.
- Grasp and detail the use of varied defensive strategies by individuals.
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Natasha Beaver5 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Reaction formation is an unconscious mechanism that keeps unacceptable feelings out of awareness by using the opposite behavior. Instead of expressing hatred for the other person, the individual gives praise. Denial operates unconsciously to allow an anxiety-producing idea, feeling, or situation to be ignored. Projection involves unconsciously disowning an unacceptable idea, feeling, or behavior by attributing it to another. Repression involves unconsciously placing an idea, feeling, or event out of awareness.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp and detail the use of varied defensive strategies by individuals.