According to Freud, When Can the Use of Defense Mechanisms

question 152

Multiple Choice

According to Freud, when can the use of defense mechanisms have adverse effects on a person's mental health?

• A) any time defense mechanisms are used, they may be detrimental as a person should learn to face conflicts head on.
• B) when defense mechanisms are overused
• C) when defense mechanisms are under used, the person can experience stress, with negative consequences for health
• D) defense mechanisms are healthy methods of protecting the superego, and so they cannot have adverse effects on a person's mental health

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