Which defense mechanism involves unconscious expulsion or conscious suppression of disturbing material from awareness?

A) repression
B) regression
C) displacement
D) projection

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals, groups, and even nations to cope with reality and to maintain self-image.

Repression

A psychological defense mechanism where unwanted thoughts and memories are unconsciously blocked from entering awareness.

Conscious Suppression

The deliberate effort to hold back or inhibit thoughts, feelings, or impulses.