Karen is in her late teens. Her parents are going through a rough phase in their marriage and are contemplating divorce. Karen is emotionally disturbed and is confused as to how to react to the situation. Of late Karen has begun to wet her bed. Identify the defense mechanism that Karen is using?

A. Intellectualization
B. Displacement
C. Regression
D. Sublimation


Answer: C

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