The Process of Pushing Distressing Thoughts into the Unconscious and Keeping

question 62

Multiple Choice

The process of pushing distressing thoughts into the unconscious and keeping them there is known as ​

• A)neurogenic amnesia.
• B)suppression.
• C)avoidance.
• D)repression.

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