In order to protect herself from unconscious anxiety,Susie convinces herself that she hates action movies,whereas on an unconscious level she actually loves them.This illustrates the defense mechanism known as:
A)repression.
B)reaction formation.
C)projection.
D)rationalization.

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Susie's conscious belief that she hates action movies is in conflict with her true unconscious desire to enjoy them. In order to deal with this conflict, she embraces the opposite feeling or attitude, which is the defense mechanism known as reaction formation.

In Order to Protect Herself from Unconscious Anxiety,Susie Convinces Herself