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Phosphorus-Based Insecticides Such as Parathion Are Less Toxic Than Warfare

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Phosphorus-based insecticides such as parathion are less toxic than warfare nerve agents such as soman.


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Defenses

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals or the ego to protect against feelings of anxiety or unacceptable thoughts and feelings.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety or uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.

Repression

A defense mechanism where uncomfortable thoughts, memories, or urges are unconsciously pushed out of conscious awareness.

Subception

A psychological phenomenon where an individual responds to stimuli subconsciously without being consciously aware of the stimuli.

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