________ theory suggests that people block memories that could cause pain, threat, or embarrassment or provoke anxiety.
A)Blockage
B)Interference
C)Motivated forgetting
D)Defensiveness

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Motivated forgetting theory posits that individuals may unconsciously block memories that could lead to discomfort, such as pain, threat, embarrassment, or anxiety, as a defense mechanism to protect their mental well-being.

________ Theory Suggests That People Block Memories That Could Cause