A defence mechanism by which people push unacceptable, anxiety provoking thoughts and impulses into the unconscious to avoid confronting them directly.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option 4: Repression
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Repression is a defense mechanism where a person pushes anxiety-provoking thoughts, feelings, and impulses into the unconscious.
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It helps the person avoid confronting painful or unacceptable memories and desires directly.
The other options:
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Projection ➔ Attributing your own unacceptable feelings to someone else.
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Denial ➔ Refusing to accept reality or facts.
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Reaction formation ➔ Behaving in a way that is exactly opposite to one's unacceptable thoughts.