Question

The psychoanalytic experts explain a phenomenon as an attempt to integrate values learned from parents and society. How do you name it?

• A. Ego
• B. Sublimation
• C. Id
• D. Supergo

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Sublimation

Sublimation is a defense mechanism in psychology that involves redirecting unacceptable impulses or emotions into more socially acceptable ones. It's considered a mature defense mechanism and is often used to cope with difficult situations. 

Here are some examples of sublimation: 

• A woman who recently went through a breakup may channel her emotions into a home improvement project. 

• Someone who is mad about a work issue may decide to bake cookies instead. 

• Someone who is frustrated in traffic may turn the radio up to belt their favorite songs. 

• Someone who has the urge to cheat on their spouse with a colleague at a work convention may channel that energy into networking instead. 

• Someone whose sexual energy for their long-distance partner or unrequited love is distracting them from their responsibilities may take up poetry or dance to express that energy. 

Sigmund Freud first introduced the concept of sublimation in his psychoanalytic theory.