Which of the following is TRUE concerning repression?
A)in cases of posttraumatic stress, troubling memories are easily forgotten
B)experimentally induced repression is extremely similar to clinical repression
C)there are actually few reports of repression made in clinical settings
D)negative events may be forgotten because they are less likely to be rehearsed

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Negative events may be forgotten because they are less likely to be rehearsed. This is because, as per the interference theory, new information or events learned after a traumatic event may interfere with the recall of the old or traumatic event. Additionally, negative events may be associated with negative emotions, and individuals might prefer to avoid these emotions by not rehearsing these memories, which can lead to forgetting over time. The other options are incorrect as A is the opposite of repression, B is not well-established, and C is incorrect as repression is commonly reported in clinical settings.

Which of the Following Is TRUE Concerning Repression