Question

Matteo was bitten by a dog when he was 2 years old. As he grew up, he developed an intense fear of dogs. However, he did not remember when and why he started being afraid of dogs. According to Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory, which defense mechanism is Matteo exhibiting in this scenario?

Answer 1

Answer:

repression

Explanation:

Repression defense mechanism -

It is a type of psychological defense mechanism which require getting some feelings , thoughts and wishes out of the conscious awareness , is referred to as the Repression defense mechanism .

The focus of this defense mechanism is to get out from any unwanted thoughts and desire , which helps to avoid the situation of anxiety .

Hence, from the question,

Matteo is exhibiting repression defense mechanism .