Which of the Following Is a Defense Mechanism According to Freud's

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a defense mechanism according to Freud's psychoanalytic theory?

• A)Castration anxiety
• B)Oedipus complex
• C)Fixation
• D)Sublimation

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies unconsciously employed to protect oneself from anxiety and the unacceptable aspects of reality.

Differentiation

The process of identifying and defining one's own thoughts, feelings, and actions as distinct from those of others, often used in the context of family systems theory.

Mature Dependency

A healthy form of dependency in relationships, characterized by mutual respect and support without undue reliance on the other.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, and thoughts.