A Negative Reaction to the Feeling That One's Freedom Is

question 46

Multiple Choice

A negative reaction to the feeling that one's freedom is being threatened is called

• A)cognitive dissonance.
• B)psychological reactance.
• C)forewarning.
• D)the inoculation hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Aggressive Instinct

The innate or inherent impulse towards aggressive behavior, often associated with instincts for survival and competition.

Freud

An Austrian neurologist named Sigmund Freud introduced psychoanalysis, a therapeutic approach aimed at treating mental health issues through discussions between a psychoanalyst and their patient.

Thanatos

A concept in psychoanalytic theory referring to an instinctual drive towards death or self-destruction.

Coping Strategies

Techniques or methods that individuals use to manage or mitigate stressful or difficult situations.