Having Performed Poorly on an Exam, Helen Attempts to Protect

question 22

Multiple Choice

Having performed poorly on an exam, Helen attempts to protect her feelings of self-worth by telling herself that it does not matter because the course really is not that important to her. What defence mechanism is Helen using?

• A)using identification
• B)rationalizing
• C)fantasizing
• D)displacing

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Definitions:

Lordosis

A curvature of the spine, typically inward at the lower back, which can be a normal posture or indicative of spine conditions when excessive.

Posture Shift

A change in the positioning or alignment of the body, which can indicate discomfort, readiness to act, or a reaction to external stimuli.

Enlarging Fetus

Refers to the growth and development of a fetus inside the uterus over the course of a pregnancy.

Scoliosis

A medical condition characterized by a sideways curvature of the spine, which can impact posture and movement.