Karen Horney's psychological social theory suggests that neurotically ________ involves developing a detached and "cool" demeanor-not responding emotionally, not caring, and being "above it all."

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Karen Horney's psychological social theory describes three neurotic trends for coping with anxiety: moving toward others, moving against others, and moving away from others. The description of developing a detached and "cool" demeanor fits with the "moving away from others" trend, where individuals cope by distancing themselves emotionally and physically from others.

Karen Horney's Psychological Social Theory Suggests That Neurotically ________ Involves