Question

The ego defense mechanism in which a person who is confronted with anxiety returns to a more immature behavioral stage is called ________.
repression
regression
reaction formation
rationalization

Answer 1

Answer:

The ego defense mechanism in which a person who is confronted with anxiety returns to a more immature behavioral stage is called regression.

Explanation:

Regression refers to the process of unconsciously returning to the earlier stage of life. This works as a defense mechanism. Childhood behaviors are portrayed by the individual when he gets threatened or arrives in any problematic situations. They find an escape to those days in which they were aware of such problems and situations.