Often individuals who have been victims of sexual abuse disavow their traumatic experience and push it into their unconscious. This defence mechanism is referred to as:

a) Rationalization
b) Denial
c) Displacement
d) Regression

b

Psychology

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Which approach to providing services for those with mental disorders is represented by this description: will work in crisis and case management programs for people with severe disorders; will teach practical day-to-day skills to clients; high school educ

a. counseling b. social work c. social management d. psychosocial rehabilitation

Psychology

Twelve-year-old Layla is sociable, loves being around others, and is particularly fond of performing in talent shows in front of a large crowd. Which of the Eysenck traits is likely being described here?

a) conscientiousness b) psychoticism c) neuroticism d) extraversion

Psychology