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Defense Criticism, Part I: Defense Mechanism
Theories of Personality Quiz
Assignment 2c
Part I: Defense Mechanisms (4 points each)

Read the following descriptions of behavior and match them with the appropriate defense mechanism. Use each choice only once.

A. Regression E. Sublimation
B. Projection F. Repression
C. Denial G. Rationalization
D. Displacement H. Reaction formation

1. __G____ When Bob is turned down for the job of his dreams, he decides that it was not really such a good thing and that he is actually glad he did not get the job.

2. __D____ After a very tough day at school, Bill finds his car is stolen. He reports it and gets on the train to go home after an hour delay in the cold. When he gets on the train he starts a fight with the conductor because
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With conducting Personality Tests, the Test Conductor should be a Psychologist or it should be administered through a testing center. The Personality Test must be the same as others used and conducted at the same time with the same instructions

2. What is the principle of opposites?

The “Principle of Opposites” presented by Jung demonstrates there is an opposite to an action, personality and/or behavior in physical energy.

3. Describe the shadow.

The term “Shadow” is defined as the opposite action and/or personality of an individual. For example; an individuals shadow can be evil when the individual is kind on the outside. It has been described as the “ego” of conscious self opposite of a unconscious self.

4. Name and describe two of Alder’s four styles of life.

The “Youngest Child” tends to be a high achiver who is in need of more attention than the older siblings. They view older siblings as if they were mentors and has the need to be the same or better than them.

The “Only Child” is the center of attention and is close to parents and family members and does not have to face competition like the youngest child. There is always attention at home with family but at school or other events, the only child find they are not always the center of

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