Which of the following involves the use of self-deception and distortions by the ego to protect against anxiety?

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Defence mechanisms involve the use of self-deception and distortions by the ego to protect against anxiety. Lifestinct (A) refers to our innate drive towards self-preservation and survival. Free association (B) is a technique used in psychoanalysis to uncover unconscious thoughts and experiences. Fixation (C) refers to getting "stuck" in one stage of psychosexual development according to Freudian theory.

Which of the Following Involves the Use of Self-Deception and Distortions