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Deidre Refused to Believe That She Has a Drinking Problem

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Deidre refused to believe that she has a drinking problem even though she has had two DUIs. Deidre is using which defense mechanism?


Definitions:

Disordered Thinking

Involves a disturbance in the logical structure of thought, often seen in conditions like schizophrenia, characterized by difficulty organizing thoughts coherently.

Larger Context

The larger context refers to the broader circumstances or background that surrounds and gives meaning to a specific event, situation, or decision.

Anti-Anxiety Drug

Medications used to treat symptoms of anxiety, such as panic attacks or extreme fear and worry, by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain.

Benzodiazepine

A class of psychoactive drugs used primarily for treating anxiety, insomnia, and various other conditions, known for their sedative effects.

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