Which of the following is true with regard to defense mechanisms?
a) Studies of Asian Buddhists living in Thailand show that they use entirely different defense mechanisms from those used by Americans.
b) The component of the psyche from which defense mechanisms develop is the id.
c) Individuals are consciously aware of almost all of the defense mechanisms they develop.
d) Defense mechanisms help the individual cope with anxiety.
Answer: d) Defense mechanisms help the individual cope with anxiety.
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A) are better adjusted and have higher self-esteem. B) will work through their gender confusion once they near adulthood. C) have a disorder that requires treatment. D) will only be attracted to other androgynous teens.
According to the original National Comorbidity Survey, which of the following types of disorders was most commonly comorbid with other psychiatric diagnoses?
A. Drug and alcohol substance use disorders B. The schizophrenia-related disorders C. Anxiety disorders D. Mood disorders