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wenmo

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which of the following are examples of maladaptive measures?
 
  a. excessive eating c. future-oriented planning
  b. goal development d. daydreaming

Question 2

Defense mechanisms are considered to be maladaptive when they:
 
  a. are evoked in nonstressful situations
  b. are unconscious decisions
  c. become the only way of responding to a threat
  d. do not protect the mind from stressors


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Defense mechanisms such as somatization or abuse of drugs or alcohol are considered to be maladaptive when they become the only way a person responds to a threat, thus preventing the person from progressing toward resolution and acceptance of stress. An acute state of disorganization or crisis occurs when a person's stressors exceed her or his coping ability.

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Defense mechanisms such as somatization or abuse of drugs or alcohol are considered to be maladaptive when they become the only way a person responds to a threat, thus preventing the person from progressing toward resolution and acceptance of stress. An acute state of disorganization or crisis occurs when a person's stressors exceed her or his coping ability.


wenmo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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