John Is a Rather Aggressive Person with Lots of Energy

question 455

Multiple Choice

John is a rather aggressive person with lots of energy. He sometimes got into trouble for aggressive behaviour as a teenager, but he has recently vented his aggressive feelings by playing rugby on a local team. Instead of getting into trouble for his aggressive behaviour, John now finds that he is considered to be a well-respected and valuable rugby player by his teammates. According to Freud, joining the rugby team would best be considered an example of the defence mechanism of

• A)sublimation
• B)denial
• C)projection
• D)repression

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Definitions:

Change Strategy

A plan or approach designed to facilitate the transition from a current state to a desired future state, often involving steps to overcome barriers.

Negative Self-statements

Critical or pessimistic thoughts that an individual has about themselves, often a focus in cognitive-behavioral therapy to challenge and modify.

Coping Thoughts

Self-reassuring or motivating thoughts that people use to manage stress, overcome obstacles, or deal with challenging situations.

Self-defeating Thoughts

Negative thoughts about oneself that undermine one's confidence and can obstruct achieving goals.