Soldiers who break down in the battlefield often cope with their situation by blocking out all memories of their behavior and their situation. This is a type of ________.

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Repression is the defense mechanism that involves pushing anxiety-provoking thoughts or memories into the unconscious mind to avoid dealing with them. In the case of soldiers in battle, repressing memories of their behavior and situation can help them cope with the trauma and stress of the experience.

Soldiers Who Break Down in the Battlefield Often Cope with Their