The Defense Mechanism Called _____ Occurs When Individuals Judge the Behavior

question 23

Multiple Choice

The defense mechanism called _____ occurs when individuals judge the behavior of others; they compare the accomplishments of others to their own feelings of inadequacy and believe that by criticizing others, their own self-esteem will be enhanced.

• A) avoidance
• B) sarcasm
• C) outdoing others
• D) overly critical communication

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Definitions:

Psychological Dysfunction

A disruption in emotional, cognitive, or behavioral functioning, often resulting from psychological, social, genetic, physiological, or environmental factors.

Societal Factors

Influences that stem from the societal environment in which an individual lives, including norms, laws, and social structures that affect behavior and outcomes.

Actively Hallucinating

Experiencing visual, auditory, or other sensory hallucinations while being awake and conscious.

Delusions

Firmly held false beliefs not supported by reality, common in conditions like schizophrenia.