"Emotion that is separated from the original feeling" describes this defense mechanism:
A.
Denial.
B.
Repression.
C.
Compensation.
D.
Isolation.
ANS: D
Isolation is the blocking of feelings that are associated with an unpleasant or threatening situation.
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