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The fundamental or most basic defense mechanism is _______.

A) rationalization
B) repression
C) denial
D) projection

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by the unconscious mind to manipulate, deny, or distort reality in order to defend against feelings of anxiety and unacceptable impulses.

Repression

is a psychological defense mechanism where distressing thoughts, memories, or feelings are unconsciously pushed out of conscious thought.

  • Recognize the defense mechanisms in psychoanalytic theory.
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