Which defense mechanism is being used when an angry employee, who was unfairly criticized by her boss, almost runs a few cars off the road on her way home from work?

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22 February, 06:43

Which defense mechanism is being used when an angry employee, who was unfairly criticized by her boss, almost runs a few cars off the road on her way home from work?

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Heidi · Answer 1

Answer: Displacement is the correct answer.

Explanation: Displacement is a psychological defense mechanism that allows negative feelings to be transferred from the original source of stress or frustration to a less threatening subject in order to avoid negative consequences or release unpleasant feelings.