Defense mechanisms are methods used for reducing anxiety. Defense mechanisms unconsciously assist a person in handling stressful events in an effective manner. People have a group of defense mechanisms learned from childhood
The following are defense mechanisms (select all that apply):
A.
Compensation.
B.
Rationalization.
C.
Depression.
D.
Regression.
E.
Denial.
ANS: A, B, D, E
Defense mechanisms are used by all people and are not necessarily a sign of psychiatric disorder unless they are used excessively. The main purpose of defense mechanisms is to decrease anxiety.
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