National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Practice Exam

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Using "displacement" as a defense mechanism can be exemplified by which of the following actions?

Not remembering that the event occurred
Attributing the action of behavior to another person
Using a subordinate as the scapegoat
Not acknowledging the magnitude of a stressful event

The correct answer is: Attributing the action of behavior to another person

Displacement as a defense mechanism involves redirecting emotions or impulses from the original target to a more convenient or less threatening target. In the context of the provided choices, attributing the action or behavior to another person exemplifies this behavior well. By projecting one's feelings or frustrations onto someone else, an individual can avoid confronting their own emotions or the actual source of their distress. This mechanism allows individuals to express their feelings in a way that feels safer or less threatening, as they may be unwilling or unable to directly address their feelings towards the actual source of their emotions. For instance, if someone feels angry after a disagreement with a friend but instead lashes out at a colleague, this would illustrate the concept of displacement effectively. In this scenario, the emotional response is not directed at the original cause of the distress (the friend) but is instead projected onto another person, thereby providing a layer of emotional protection and avoidance of conflict.