Roger Knows That He Is Unhappy but Instead of Dealing

question 35

Multiple Choice

Roger knows that he is unhappy but instead of dealing with his feelings due to fear, he buries himself in his work. According to Gestalt therapists, Roger would be said to be in _______________.

• A) The phony layer
• B) The explosive layer
• C) The phobic layer
• D) Impasse

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