Regression is a defense mechanism that involves
A) consciously expressing feelings that are the opposite of underlying unconscious impulses.
B) disguising threatening impulses by attributing them to others.
C) retreating to an earlier psychosexual stage.
D) shifting sexual or aggressive impulses toward less-threatening targets.

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Regression is a defense mechanism where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development in order to cope with stress or anxiety. This can involve returning to behaviors or thought patterns from earlier in childhood or adolescence. The other options, such as consciously expressing opposite feelings (A), attributing impulses to others (B), and shifting impulses to less threatening targets (D) refer to other defense mechanisms.

Regression Is a Defense Mechanism That Involves