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by nurse_student1 Nov 14, '12Hi,
I have been given a question from an exam prep book relating to a patient thought to have Paranoid Schizophrenia.
The question is: At times the patient displays an air of arrogance and superiority, concealing feelings of inferiority and inadequacy. Which of the following is she using to protect her self esteem?
a) Rationalisation and symbolism
b) Reaction formation
c) Introjection and denial
d) Repression and undoing
I've looked up definitions for each but none of them really fit. I'm thinking it is introjection and denial...
help appreciated
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Nov 14, '12 by wish_me_luckI think B reaction formation. That's what reaction formation is--they do the opposite of what they really feel to conceal their real feelings/doings.
http://allnurses.com/nursing-managem...ml#post7032320
The employee that this poster is talking about is showing reaction formation. He is being cocky to conceal his insecurities/fears/perceived lack of knowledge, but he still does have the insecurities (he is just concealing them with cockiness). I hope that helps.Last edit by wish_me_luck on Nov 14, '12 - Asst. Admin
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