Reaction Formation Refers to the Process by Which People

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Multiple Choice

Reaction formation refers to the process by which people

• A) disguise unacceptable unconscious impulses by attributing them to others.
• B) consciously express feelings that are the opposite of unacceptable unconscious impulses.
• C) retreat to behavior patterns characteristic of a more infantile stage of development.
• D) offer self-justifying explanations in place of the real but unacceptable unconscious reasons for action.

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Definitions:

Episodic

Pertaining to or consisting of separate events or incidents, often used to describe memory or narrative structure.

Procedural

Relating to the process by which something is done or accomplished, often used in context with rules or methods in various fields.

Information Processing

The mental activities involved in the understanding, processing, and storage of information.

Cognitive Functioning

The capacity of the brain to process information, encompassing abilities such as perception, memory, thinking, and problem-solving.