DEFENSE MECHANISM

Question 1

What is Compensation

Answer 1

focusing on strengths rather than perceived weakness

Question 2

What is Denial

Answer 2

Ignoring aspects of reality that induce anxiety or contribute to a loss of self esteem

Question 3

What is Displacement

Answer 3

Redirecting negative emotions perceived as unacceptable or threatening to a safer focus

Question 4

What is Intellectualization

Answer 4

Overthinking a challenging situation or impulse to avoid dealing with the emotions it elicits

Question 5

What is Projection

Answer 5

Attributing one’s own motives, values, desires, situational responses, and personality traits to another person

Question 6

What is Rationalization

Answer 6

Explaining personal actions in a way that enhances one’s own self-image

Question 7

What is Reaction Formation

Answer 7

Responding to negative thoughts or feelings by demonstrating opposite emotions and actions

Question 8

What is Regression

Answer 8

Reverting to behavior associated with an earlier stage of development when challenged by thoughts and stressors

Question 9

What is Repression

Answer 9

Blocking unacceptable thoughts and feelings from consciousness

Question 10

What is Sublimation

Answer 10

Channeling unacceptable emotions or impulses into acceptable actions or responses