As a child, Clark almost drowned when a wave hit him as he was playing in the ocean. As an adult, Clark does not consciously remember the incident, but avoids going to the beach and even feels uncomfortable watching movies with ocean scenes. It is likely that Freud would consider Clark's memory failure as an example of _____.

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Freud would likely consider Clark's memory failure as an example of repression, which is the unconscious suppression of memories or desires that are too difficult or painful to face. Clark's avoidance of the beach and discomfort with ocean scenes suggest that he has repressed the traumatic experience of almost drowning as a child.

As a Child, Clark Almost Drowned When a Wave Hit