Darin was in an automobile accident in which his brother and another passenger were killed.Even though Darin was driving,he survived the accident with only a few bruises.However,he is unable to recall any of the details related to this accident.In the context of Freud's defense mechanisms,Darin's inability to recall the accident best illustrates _____.

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Darin's inability to recall the details of the accident despite being the driver and surviving with few injuries suggests that he may be repressing the traumatic memories as a defense mechanism to protect himself from the emotional pain associated with the loss of his loved ones. Repression involves pushing unacceptable or painful thoughts or memories into the unconscious mind to prevent them from causing anxiety or distress.

Darin Was in an Automobile Accident in Which His Brother