During free association, a client may become unwilling to talk about certain topics. What term would a psychoanalyst use to describe this change in the client's willingness to verbalize?

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The term used to describe a client becoming unwilling to talk about certain topics during free association is resistance, which refers to the unconscious defensive mechanisms or barriers that clients may use to avoid discussing certain topics. This can be a valuable point for further exploration and understanding in psychoanalytic therapy.

During Free Association, a Client May Become Unwilling to Talk