Asked by Krutarth Patel on May 28, 2024

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A young child begins wetting the bed again after the parents bring home a new baby sister.Which ego-defense mechanism is used by the child?

A) Regression
B) Conversion
C) Identification
D) Compensation

Ego-Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used to protect oneself from anxiety or unacceptable thoughts and feelings.

Regression

A defense mechanism in which an individual's behavior reverts to an earlier stage of development, often in response to stressful situations.

Identification

The process of recognizing or establishing the identity of a person or thing, often through specific marks or documents.

  • Recognize and describe the use of ego-defense mechanisms by individuals dealing with stress or trauma.
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Zybrea KnightJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Regression is coping with a stressor through actions and behaviors associated with an earlier developmental period.Compensation is making up for a deficiency in one aspect of self-image by strongly emphasizing a feature considered an asset.Conversion is unconsciously repressing an anxiety-producing emotional conflict and transforming it into nonorganic symptoms (e.g.,difficulty sleeping,loss of appetite).Identification is the adoption of another person's behaviors or mannerisms.