Roger plays football on the varsity team of his high school. He has always thought very highly of his coach and respects his input on various topics. When Roger's grades start slipping and a mid-term demonstrates an "F" in one of his classes, the coach suspends him for two games. Although Roger really likes his coach, he will not speak with him and has negative feelings towards their relationship. When assessing this problem, a social worker may recognize signs of what?
A)Synthesis
B)Object relations
C)Thought processes
D)Defensive functioning

Question

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The synthetic function within the ego has the capability to unify and organize other functions within a personality. The individual is able to feel, think, and act in a coherent manner. Pivotal development is achieved when one has the ability to synthesize these feelings.

Roger Plays Football on the Varsity Team of His High