Give a Description of Your Own of the Defense Mechanisms

question 34

Essay

Give a description of your own of the defense mechanisms used by children and contrast them with those used by adults. Give examples of different individual differences in defense mechanisms.

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Definitions:

Configural Model

A model that suggests that elements are perceived and processed holistically rather than as a simple sum of their parts.

First Impressions

Initial judgments or assessments made upon encountering someone or something for the first time, which can be lasting and influential.

Asch

Pertains to a landmark study or perspective in social psychology exploring conformity and the influence of group pressure on individual behavior.

Cognitive Consistency

Refers to the psychological theory suggesting humans are motivated to maintain consistency between their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors to reduce mental dissonance.