Which of the following statements correctly describes a psychodynamic defence mechanism?
Denial involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts and impulses to another person.
Repression is the conscious decision to avoid thinking about a highly distressing or traumatic event.
Displacement involves transferring feelings from the original source of distress onto a neutral or less threatening target.
Projection occurs when an individual completely refuses to acknowledge an obvious, painful aspect of reality.
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