Which of the Following Defense Mechanisms Involves Turning Unconscious Unacceptable

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defense mechanisms involves turning unconscious unacceptable desires into something constructive?

• A) sublimation
• B) reaction formation
• C) repression
• D) denial

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Definitions:

Cross-tolerance

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Potentiation

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Double Bind

A situation in which a person receives conflicting messages, making it impossible to appropriately respond or resolve the situation.

Narcotic Antagonist

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