Darren is on the way to his university to take an exam. He is disturbed by thoughts of failing because he is not prepared for the exam. However, he pushes away thoughts of failing and focuses on studying. In this scenario, Darren is using _____.
A)repression
B)suppression
C)free association
D)systematic desensitization

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Darren is suppressing his thoughts of failing and instead, focusing on studying. Suppression is a conscious effort to push away thoughts or emotions. Repression is an unconscious defense mechanism to keep distressing thoughts, feelings, or memories out of awareness. Free association is a psychoanalytic technique where a person freely shares their thoughts as they come to mind. Systematic desensitization is a therapy technique to reduce anxiety by gradually exposing a person to the feared object or situation.

Darren Is on the Way to His University to Take