On the surface, Robby and Davie seem to get along wonderfully as brothers. However, unconsciously Davie harbors extreme, but hidden, jealousy towards his younger brother. Freud would probably call this __________
A) regression.
B) projection.
C) repression.
D) denial.

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Freud would likely call this repression, which is the unconscious blocking of unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and impulses. In this case, Davie's extreme jealousy towards his younger brother is not consciously acknowledged but influences his behavior and feelings unconsciously.

On the Surface, Robby and Davie Seem to Get Along