The Defense Mechanism Whereby a Person Changes a Wish into Its

question 55

Multiple Choice

The defense mechanism whereby a person changes a wish into its more acceptable opposite is called __________.

• A) reaction formation
• B) counterfunctioning
• C) repression
• D) reversing

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Definitions:

Brainstorming Processes

A technique used to generate a large number of ideas for the solution of a problem in a group setting.

Minimized

The act of reducing something to the smallest possible amount or degree.

Coordinating

The process of organizing people or groups so that they work together efficiently and effectively towards a common goal.

Mediating

A process by which a neutral third party helps resolve a dispute or conflict between two or more parties.