When someone threatens you psychologically, you react by throwing up a barrier against that threat. That barrier is known as a _______________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


defense mechanism

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Conflict may be defined as interpersonal when the __________.

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When James describes himself as being a flight attendant, he is discussing his ascribed identity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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