The idea that people respond less defensively to threats to one aspect of themselves if they think about another valued aspect of themselves is referred to as:

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The idea described in the question is that of self-affirmation, where focusing on another valued aspect of oneself can reduce defensiveness in response to threats to a different aspect of the self. Choice B (self-verification) refers to the tendency for individuals to seek out feedback that confirms existing beliefs about themselves, while choice C (symbolic self-completion) is the idea that individuals strive to complete an idealized version of themselves through the acquisition of certain symbols or identities. Choice D (projection) refers to the tendency for individuals to attribute their own thoughts and feelings to others.

The Idea That People Respond Less Defensively to Threats to One