Which of Freud's ego defense mechanisms is characteristic of a client being afraid to express aggression toward someone, so instead the client may behave in an excessively loving manner?

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Reaction formation is a defense mechanism where an individual behaves in a way that is directly opposite to how they feel, often to hide their true feelings. In this case, expressing excessive love instead of aggression is a classic example of reaction formation.

Which of Freud's Ego Defense Mechanisms Is Characteristic of a Client