Psych 1010 Chapter 9: Defense Mechanisms

Corey was fired from his job today. When he came home, he yelled at his wife for forgetting to run the dishwasher. Corey is _________ his anger toward his boss onto his wife.

Displacing

While doing laundry, Michelle found several old receipts for hotel rooms, flowers, and expensive gifts in her husband's pants pockets. Michelle is still convinced that her husband is not having an affair. Which defense mechanism is Michelle using to minimize her anxiety?

Rationalization

A man, unsure of his own sexuality, openly discriminates against homosexuals in his workplace. The man is using ___________ to deal with his inner conflict.

Reaction Formation

After Paul's professor told him that he had failed his exam, Paul banged his fists on her desk, threw his books on the ground, and whined that she was being unfair. Paul was coping with his anxiety by using...

Regression

Kimberly hates her new neighbor, Bob. She thinks that he is a rich snob who is constantly showing off with his fancy new cars, boats, and landscaping. Despite her opinion, every time she sees Bob, she goes out of her way to wave, smile, and ask how Bob is doing. Which defense mechanism is Kimberly using?

Sublimation

Which of the following are true about defense mechanisms? a. They can distort reality b. They can help us adapt to societal expectations c. They can reduce anxiety d. All of the above are true

d. All of the above are true