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mmm

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James wants to break people in half, but instead of hurting them, he has become a chiropractor and his work actually helps people to feel better. Which of the defense mechanisms is he experiencing, and why?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Theresa is in medical school. She adores her dad and cannot bear to disappoint him, even though subconsciously she does not want to be a doctor. Instead of quitting school, Theresa throws herself into her studies even more.
 
  Which of the defense mechanisms is she experiencing, and why?
  What will be an ideal response?


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Jordin Calloway

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: James is experiencing sublimation. This is the channeling of unconscious impulses into work.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Theresa is experiencing denial. Denial is the lack of acknowledgement of unconscious content.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Excellent

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