Ego psychology

The theorist who focused on ego psychology.
Answer:

Anna Freud

The part of personality that mediates between id and superego.
Answer:

Ego

The theory that emphasizes strengthening the ego.
Answer:

Ego psychology

The main focus of Anna Freud’s theory.
Answer:

Adaptive functions of the ego

The type of therapy Anna Freud applied to children.
Answer:

Child analysis

The emotional response to perceived danger.
Answer:

Anxiety

The unconscious strategies used by the ego to reduce anxiety.
Answer:

Defense mechanisms

The process of improving how the ego handles stress.
Answer:

Ego strengthening

The defense mechanism where a person acts younger than their age.
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Regression

The defense mechanism where a person attributes feelings to others.
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Projection

The defense mechanism where unacceptable thoughts are pushed out of awareness.
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Repression

The defense mechanism where a person gives logical excuses for behavior.
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Rationalization

The goal of therapy according to Anna Freud.
Answer:

Strengthen coping and adaptation

The ability to adjust to stress.
Answer:

Adaptation

The personality structure that uses defense mechanisms.
Answer:

Ego

19. The population mostly studied by Anna Freud.
    Answer:

19. Children

A child starts sucking his thumb when stressed.

Which defense mechanism is this?

A. Denial

B. Regression

C. Projection

D. Repression

b

Which patient behavior best reflects effective ego functioning?

A. Acting impulsively

B. Ignoring reality

C. Using healthy coping strategies

D. Blaming others

c

A patient says, “I failed because the teacher is unfair.”

This is an example of:

A. Repression

B. Rationalization

C. Regression

D. Sublimation

b

Which statement best describes Anna Freud’s contribution?

A. Focused on unconscious conflicts

B. Focused on social relationships

C. Focused on strengthening the ego and defense mechanisms

D. Focused on hierarchy of needs

c