Freud described _____ as a mental process that removes unacceptable thoughts and memories from consciousness.
A)thought suppression
B)speech errors (or slips)
C)the dynamic unconscious
D)repression

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Freud coined the term 'repression' to explain the mental process of unconscious removal of unacceptable thoughts and memories from the conscious mind. Choice A, thought suppression, is a similar concept but refers to consciously trying to control thoughts. Choice B, speech errors (or slips), refers to unintentional errors in speech that may reveal unconscious thoughts or desires. Choice C, the dynamic unconscious, is a broader concept that refers to the part of the mind that contains repressed memories, instincts, and desires.

Freud Described _____ as a Mental Process That Removes Unacceptable