Asked by Kennedy Ellison on May 06, 2024
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Which of the following statements concerning defence mechanisms is FALSE?
A) Used occasionally to temporarily reduce anxiety, they appear to be a useful reaction.
B) When the use of defense mechanisms becomes a chronic reaction to stress, individuals may not be able to accurately assess the true reason for their anxiety.
C) Individuals who do not use defense mechanisms may be incapacitated by anxiety and resort to dysfunctional withdrawal or addiction.
D) Stress might increase with the knowledge that a defense mechanism has been ineffective.
E) Defence mechanisms actually confront the stressor directly.
Defense Mechanisms
Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and the perception of internal or external stresses.
Anxiety
A mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
Chronic Reaction
Persistent and ongoing response to stress or adverse conditions, potentially leading to long-term psychological or physical health issues.
- Learning about the myriad defense mechanisms and their demonstrations in employment scenarios.
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Carlos EspinalMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Defence mechanisms are psychological strategies brought into play by individuals to manage stress and anxiety but do not confront the stressor directly. Instead, they often involve a degree of denial or distortion of reality.
Learning Objectives
- Learning about the myriad defense mechanisms and their demonstrations in employment scenarios.