Which of the following is a disadvantage of the use of defense mechanisms?

a. ?We may misdiagnose the problem.
b. ?Our self-image may suffer.
c. ?We may be overwhelmed with a sense of anxiety.
d. ?We may remain unaware of the true source of our stress.


ANSWER:
d

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Which statement is MOST accurate about monozygotic twins?

a. They are also called "fraternal" twins. b. They result when two eggs are fertilized. c. They occur with different frequency in different ethnic groups. d. They are more common in older women.

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The following schizophrenic speech is symptomatic of disorganized thought and language. Name one disorganized speech pattern and use an example from the excerpt to illustrate it. "What I concentrate on is vital, there are no navels no onts in his game. My dreams tell me not to mix lions without my shoes, my bridge to my untottered male knowledge."

What will be an ideal response?

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According to folk wisdom in Dinka, Africa, the sex of a baby is a boy if the ____

a. mother is grumpy with men b. baby sits on the right side of the womb c. mother dreams of huisa feathers d. fetus moves fast and roughly

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