In essence the defense mechanisms are ___________?

Correct answer: A. Defense against anxiety

  • A. Defense against anxiety
  • B. Ways of convincing others of one's rightness
  • C. Escape reactions
  • D. Conscious self-deception

Explanation

Freudian defense mechanisms protect the ego by reducing or managing anxiety arising from unacceptable impulses, conflicts, or threats. They are generally unconscious processes, not deliberate attempts to persuade others.

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