Once Formed,identity __________

question 31

Multiple Choice

Once formed,identity __________.

• A) remains stable throughout the lifespan
• B) continues to be refined in adulthood
• C) tends to be rigid and ready-made
• D) prevents people from questioning their choices

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Definitions:

Displacement

In psychoanalytic theory, a defense mechanism where an individual redirects emotional impulses from a real object to a substitute object.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces an unacceptable or threatening impulse with its opposite.

Humanistic Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes the study of the whole person and the uniqueness of individual experience and potential.

Self Encourages Selfishness

The concept that prioritizing oneself over others can lead to selfish behaviors, often at the expense of collective well-being.