Jeromy has been having an affair with another woman. One afternoon his wife came home later than usual and Jeromy became angry, accusing his wife of infidelity. Which defense mechanism is behind Jeromy's accusation?
a) denial
b) projection
c) rationalization
d) reaction formation
ANS: B, Projection occurs when threatening thoughts about one's self are attributed to others.
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a. preschoolers believe that they can change sexes (e.g., a boy can grow up to be a mommy). b. during midlife, people begin to adopt some of the gender traits associated with the opposite sex. c. shifting from masculine to feminine or feminine to masculine will result in a change in sexual orientation. d. becoming less masculine and less feminine will lead to a significant improvement in mental health.
An infant is displaying ____________________ when they show a decline in responsiveness to repeated stimulation
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Research on spanking suggests that it is quick and efficient at age 2 or 3, and that
the child will become more self-controlled. the spanking is less harmful if the parent expressed honest anger at the child's negative emotions. it may have negative repercussions later. the child will be less likely to shove or hit as retaliation.
Which of the following scenarios depicts a female sex worker who is a streetwalker?
A. Natalia works in an M-and-M parlor located on a highway. B. Roxy usually offers her services to clients by accompanying them to high-profile parties. C. Katy solicits clients by dressing provocatively and hanging out at places noted for sex work. D. Pamela uses her cell phone to interact with customers and meets them at their residences or in hotel rooms.