Kevin was mugged at gunpoint in the park while walking his dog. He was so overcome with fear that he unconsciously pushed the traumatic experience out of his awareness so that he does not have to feel that fear on an ongoing basis. Kevin appears to be utilizing which ego defense mechanism?
A. Repression
B. Denial
C. Suppression
D. Rationalization
Answer: A
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