Thinkers Like William James and John Dewey Inspired Progressives to Find

question 40

Multiple Choice

Thinkers like William James and John Dewey inspired progressives to find solutions to social problems by

• A) turning to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
• B) developing a powerful doctrine and sticking to it.
• C) relying on the study of actual human experience.
• D) consulting professionals with expert knowledge.

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Definitions:

Displacing

Redirecting emotional impulses from a primary target to a secondary target that is considered less threatening or more acceptable.

Denial and Repression

Defense mechanisms in psychology wherein denial involves refusing to acknowledge reality, while repression involves unconsciously blocking unpleasant thoughts and feelings.

Projection and Denial

Defense mechanisms; projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others, while denial involves refusing to acknowledge reality or facts.

Projection and Rationalization

Projection and rationalization are defense mechanisms; projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others, while rationalization involves justifying behaviors or feelings with seemingly logical reasons to avoid the true explanation.