What Is Freud's Term for the Unconscious Efforts by the Ego

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Multiple Choice

What is Freud's term for the unconscious efforts by the ego to deny or distort reality for the purpose of protecting itself when conflict becomes too intense?

• A) false cognitions
• B) coping techniques
• C) disordered thinking
• D) psychological defense mechanisms

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Definitions:

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