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Which Defense Mechanism Involves Taking on Some of the Characteristics

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Which defense mechanism involves taking on some of the characteristics of an admired person or persons, usually as a way of compensating for perceived personal weaknesses or faults?


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Componential Intelligence

An aspect of intelligence theory that emphasizes analytical skills, including problem-solving, logical reasoning, and the ability to manipulate abstract ideas.

Analytical Intelligence

Part of Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, focusing on the ability to analyze, evaluate, judge, compare, and contrast.

Creative Intelligence

The ability to produce novel and valuable ideas or solve problems in unique ways.

Practical Intelligence

A type of intelligence related to everyday problem-solving and adapting to one's environment.

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