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