What Is the Term for Unconscious Reactions for Dealing with Unpleasant

question 136

Multiple Choice

What is the term for unconscious reactions for dealing with unpleasant emotions such as anxiety or guilt

• A) rationalizations 
• B) neurosis 
• C) constructive coping 
• D) defence mechanisms

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Definitions:

Sensory Input

The information perceived through the senses, such as sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell, which is then processed by the brain.

Thalamus

A structure in the middle of the brain that acts as a relay station, transmitting information between different areas of the brain, particularly those involved in processing sensory information.

Amygdala

A set of small, almond-shaped clusters of nuclei in the brain involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.

Cognitive Appraisal

The process by which an individual evaluates and interprets an event or situation that leads to specific emotional reactions.