Question

A child who feels neglected starts sucking his thumb again. This is an example of:

• A. Fixation
• B. Repression
• C. Regression
• D. Displacement

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Regression

• Regression = going back to earlier childhood stage.

• Behaviors like thumb sucking, crying, tantrums reappear.

• Triggered by stress or insecurity.