In Terms of Executive Function,the Ability to Resist the Impulse

question 23

Multiple Choice

In terms of executive function,the ability to resist the impulse to do something new that one would later regret falls under the dimension of

• A)self-control/inhibition.
• B)working memory.
• C)flexibility.
• D)creativity.

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Definitions:

Superego

A component of Freud's psychoanalytic theory, representing the moral conscience and the ideals of parents and society.

Latin Phrase

A group of words in Latin that expresses an idea or concept, often used for mottoes, inscriptions, or academic contexts.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used to protect oneself from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Denial

Psychological defense mechanism in which the person refuses to acknowledge or recognize a threatening situation.