Practice Defense Mechanisms (2.6.3.3) - Chapter 2: Personality - ICSE 12 Psychology
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Defense Mechanisms

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Question 1 Easy

What is repression in terms of defense mechanisms?

💡 Hint: Think about how we sometimes forget painful experiences.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of projection.

💡 Hint: Consider how we might see our traits in others.

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Question 1

What is repression?

a) Forgetting painful memories
b) Blaming others for your feelings
c) Refusing to acknowledge reality

💡 Hint: It is about forgetting rather than blaming.

Question 2

True or False: Projection involves accepting your unacceptable feelings.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the opposite of acceptance.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a scenario where an individual uses displacement when faced with stress from work. How does this impact their relationships?

💡 Hint: Consider how emotions might shift in various situations.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the long-term effects of relying heavily on denial and repression as defense mechanisms. What might this lead to in terms of mental health?

💡 Hint: Reflect on the impact of unresolved emotional issues.

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