Sigmund is interested in his neighbour Sally but is anxious about his attraction to her because his friends may not approve. Every time he sees her, Sigmund acts rude and says mean things to Sally despite his intense attraction to her. What type of defence mechanism does this scenario illustrate?
A) rationalization
B) reaction formation
C) displacement
D) sublimation
B) reaction formation
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. work more hours. b. are paid more. c. change jobs more often. d. are promoted faster.
Most existentialists accept Nietzsche’s proclamation:
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