Which of the following defense mechanisms involves substituting a less-threatening object or person for the original object of a sexual or aggressive impulse?

a) displacement
b) projection
c) rationalization
d) sublimation


a) displacement

Psychology

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The independent variable in an experiment is:

a. the behavior that is observed or measured b. different for each participant in an experiment c. the aspect of the environment that is manipulated or changed by the researcher d. an external, uncontrolled factor that changes during the course of the experiment

Psychology

Which statement about the humanistic–existential approach to personality is FALSE?

A) People have the potential to change aspects of their personality. B) People are responsible for their own personality. C) People must struggle with the fact that personality traits are biologically determined. D) Personality can be optimized by making better choices.

Psychology

When aroused, our adrenal glands release stress hormones known as __________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Psychology

Some women emit a fluid during orgasm. The fluid comes from the

a. urethra b. vagina c. seminal vesicles d. Fallopian tubes

Psychology