What is Freud's term for the unconscious efforts by the ego to deny or distort reality for the purpose of protecting itself when conflict becomes too insistent?

a. false cognitions
b. coping techniques
c. disordered thinking
d. defense mechanisms
e. conscious distortions

d. defense mechanisms

Psychology

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Fill in the blank with correct word

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Research shows that people are generally waiting longer to get married, and that divorce rates have increased steadily over the years. Given these trends, it might be surprising to find out that _________ of adults will marry at least once in their lives!

a) 50% b) 65% c) 80% d) 95%

Psychology