The Primary Focus of a Search for Social Science Literature

question 14

Multiple Choice

The primary focus of a search for social science literature should be ______.

• A)relevant books
• B)government documents
• C)social science journals
• D)the Internet

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

Reaction formation is a defensive process wherein unacceptable emotions or impulses are turned into their opposites to avoid conscious recognition.

Sublimation

A psychological defense mechanism where socially unacceptable impulses or idealizations are transformed into socially acceptable actions or behavior.

Projecting

A defense mechanism where one attributes one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others.

Identifying

The process of recognizing and labeling specific elements or characteristics as belonging to a certain category.