Kayla is terribly saddened and frustrated by the behavior of her autistic son
Instead of yelling at him for not engaging with her, she decides to go for a jog. Which of the following defense mechanisms may best explain Kayla's decision to go for a jog instead of yell at her son?
a) repression
b) displacement
c) rationalization
d) sublimation
Answer: d
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Analyses of the specific injury that Phineas Gage suffered, along with careful analyses of his behavior after the injury have helped to:
A) document the plasticity and flexibility of the brain B) establish the role of the prefrontal cortex in emotional regulation C) document how speech can be impaired by specific kinds of brain damage D) provide clues to curing or rehabilitating patients who undergo such injuries
The __________ is an assessment device employed shortly after birth to assess the current
functioning of the neonate. Fill in the blanks with correct word
In adoption studies, if a behavior has genetic roots, adopted children should behave more like their biological parents than their adoptive parents
Indicate whether the statement is true or false