Question

What is the main function of repression in Freud's theory?

• A. To make conscious desires stronger
• B. To suppress unpleasant memories into the unconscious
• C. To enhance the conscious mind
• D. To promote logical thinking

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To suppress unpleasant memories into the unconscious

• Repression is a defense mechanism where painful or threatening thoughts are pushed into the unconscious mind to protect the Ego.