Madison is frequently berated by his domineering employer. Madison is too timid to confront his employer, but he takes out his f

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Madison is frequently berated by his domineering employer. Madison is too timid to confront his employer, but he takes out his f

rustration by mistreating his dog, children, and wife. According to Freud, this is an example of:_______

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Veronika [31] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-18T01:40:44+03:00

Answer: Displacement

Explanation: Displacement is a form of defence mechanism where negative attitude or attributes are shifted from a threatening person (an unacceptable idea) to a less threatening person (vulnerable/acceptable) or object.

According to Freud, Madison feels his employer looks threatening (unacceptable) and he cannot approach or confront him so he unconsciousely shifts his frustrations to a less threatening person ( wife and children).