If She Is Using the Defence Mechanisms of Reaction Formation

question 149

Multiple Choice

If she is using the defence mechanisms of reaction formation, a mother who actually hates her son would MOST likely be both unaware of her hatred and

• A) direct her hatred toward her daughter.
• B) act in an extremely loving way toward her son.
• C) act in an extremely critical way toward her son.
• D) believe that her son hated her.

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Definitions:

Influencing

The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.

Manipulating

Influencing or controlling someone or something to one's advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way.

Motivating

The process of providing reasons, incentives, or encouragement to act or behave in a specific manner.

Indirect Strategy

Indirect strategy in communication involves presenting the supporting reasons before the main message or request, often used to prepare the recipient and reduce resistance.