Defense Mechanisms Overview
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What is the main purpose of defense mechanisms like displacement?

  • To increase stress levels
  • To minimize disappointment (correct)
  • To encourage negative feelings
  • To lower self-esteem
  • Which defense mechanism involves unconsciously replacing an unwanted impulse with its opposite in an exaggerated way?

  • Reaction-Formation (correct)
  • Regression
  • Rationalization
  • Displacement
  • In what situation might rationalization be considered harmful?

  • When used to maintain self-respect
  • When addressing underlying reasons for behavior
  • When avoiding guilt over wrongdoings
  • When making excuses for destructive behavior (correct)
  • Which defense mechanism involves avoiding addressing the true reasons behind a behavior?

    <p>Rationalization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might happen if a person consistently uses reaction-formation as a defense mechanism?

    <p>Problematic issues over time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which defense mechanism involves shifting fear or disgust towards one object onto another unrelated object?

    <p>Displacement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of defense mechanisms like rationalization?

    <p>To avoid guilt over actions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which defense mechanism might lead to dangerous self-deception if used continuously?

    <p>Rationalization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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