In order to prevent feeling anxious, Susie convinces herself that she hates thriller movies, whereas she actually likes them on an unconscious level. In the context of Freud's psychoanalytic theory, this scenario illustrates a defense mechanism called
A. projection.
B. rationalization.
C. repression.
D. reaction formation.
Answer: D
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A. is distracting herself to avoid bathing and grooming since she finds them unpleasant. B. is experiencing a major depressive episode, which is often accompanied by reduced personal hygiene. C. no longer has the motivation and willpower to bathe and groom herself. D. no longer realizes that personal hygiene is worthwhile and socially expected.
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