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What is conversion?
The unconscious transfer of anxiety to a physical symptom that has no organic cause.
What is an example of conversion?
A student is unable to take an exam because of her terrible headache.
What is compensation?
Making up for deficits in one area by excelling in another area in order to raise or maintain self-esteem.
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What is denial?
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What is displacement?
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What is dissociation?
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What is identification?
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What is introjection?
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What is projection?
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What is rationalization?
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What is reaction formation (overcompensation)?
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What is regression?
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What is sublimation?
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Study Notes
Conversion
- Unconscious transfer of anxiety into physical symptoms lacking organic causes.
- Example: A student suffers from a severe headache, preventing her from taking an exam.
Compensation
- Involves excelling in one area to offset deficits in another, thereby raising self-esteem.
- Example: A short boy emphasizes academic success rather than participating in sports.
Denial
- A defense mechanism that involves ignoring or escaping unpleasant realities.
- Example: A man refuses to accept the death of a loved one, insisting, "No, I don't believe you; the doctor said he was fine."
Displacement
- Involves transferring emotions associated with one target to a less threatening person or situation.
- Example: After a bad day at work, an individual comes home and yells at family members.
Dissociation
- A process that involves removing threatening thoughts or feelings from conscious awareness to prevent overwhelming anxiety.
- Example: A mother who witnesses an accident cannot recall the event when contacted by police.
Identification
- Unconscious adoption of the thoughts or behaviors of another to reduce anxiety.
- Example: A teenager mimicking the clothing style of a favorite rock star.
Introjection
- Incorporating the qualities or values of another person into one's personality due to strong emotional ties.
Projection
- Attributing one's own intolerable feelings or wishes onto another person.
- Example: A poor-performing student blames the teacher for inadequate instruction.
Rationalization
- Justifying unreasonable actions or thoughts by creating acceptable explanations.
- Example: “I didn’t get the raise because my boss hates me.”
Reaction Formation (Overcompensation)
- Keeping unacceptable feelings out of awareness by developing opposing feelings or behaviors.
- Example: A recovering alcoholic vocally condemns alcohol consumption.
Regression
- Returning to a less mature, comforting behavior in response to overwhelming anxiety.
- Example: A four-year-old begins thumb-sucking and seeks a bottle after the birth of a sibling.
Repression
- Exclusion of unwanted thoughts or experiences from conscious awareness, serving as a primary defense mechanism.
- Example: A man forgets his wife's birthday following a marital conflict.
Sublimation
- Substituting socially acceptable activities for strong, socially unacceptable impulses.
- Example: A teen who fights with siblings channels aggression into participating in sports.
Suppression
- Conscious effort to delay acknowledgment of disturbing feelings or situations; the only defense mechanism operating on a conscious level.
- Example: A man avoids discussing the circumstances of his arrest.
Therapeutic Nurse-Client Relationship Phases
- Pre-interaction phase: Initial phase prior to actual interaction with the client, involving preparation and planning.
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This quiz explores various psychological defense mechanisms, including conversion, compensation, denial, displacement, and dissociation. Each mechanism is defined with examples to enhance understanding. Test your knowledge on how these mechanisms manifest in behavior and psychology.