In the context of psychodynamic therapies, when the superego floods an individual with excessive guilt, __________.
A)distress is eliminated
B)defenses are established
C)internal conflicts are resolved
D)loss of memory becomes inevitable

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When the superego floods an individual with excessive guilt, defenses are established as a way to cope with the overwhelming feelings of shame and guilt. These defenses can include repression, denial, or other unconscious mechanisms to avoid or rationalize the feelings of guilt.

In the Context of Psychodynamic Therapies, When the Superego Floods