If Maria had to write a research paper on ego defense mechanisms,which of the following positions adopted by her would be accurate?

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Defense mechanisms are the unconscious tactics used by the ego to reduce anxiety by distorting reality. They are not a conscious attempt to escape problems, and they may not be the most effective way to deal with a problem. The use of defense mechanisms does not involve an honest acceptance of reality, as they involve distorting it.

If Maria Had to Write a Research Paper on Ego