When regression is used as a defense mechanism, people
A. provide self-justifying explanations in place of the actual, but threatening, reason for their behavior.
B. divert unwanted impulses into socially approved thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.
C. behave as if they were at an earlier stage of development.
D. attribute unwanted impulses and feelings to someone else.
Answer: C
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Which is not a "primary mental ability?"
a. Number b. Inductive reasoning c. Spatial orientation d. Fluid intelligence
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Discuss the research of DeCapser and Fifer concerning infant perception
What will be an ideal response?