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.
Practise AQA A Level Psychology Psychodynamic approach (A-level only) with exam-style questions for A Level Psychology. 42 questions, matched to the AQA A Level Psychology (7182) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.
