Andy is an angry child whose aggressive behavior has gotten him into trouble. His parents decide to put him in sports to channel some of this anger into a healthier and more productive outlet. According to the psychodynamic theory of personality, his parents are trying to use the defense mechanism of

This question lacks options, options are:

a. reaction formation.

b. sublimation.

c. displacement.

d. repression.  

The correct answer is b.

Explanation:

Psychodynamic theories of personality consider that behavior is the result of psychological dynamics within the individual. Sublimation consists of reorienting a drive, impulse or desire in positive activities, where the person can channel their drives and instincts towards other elements or activities that are more convenient for their development and that are considered more acceptable in their social context. In turn, the end result of the process is that of something that has a beneficial purpose for society as a whole, tending to be a cultural, artistic, intellectual, scientific or sports product. For example, feeling angry and signing up for a sporting activity where you get adrenaline pumping. In many cases it supposes an adaptive solution to a situation understood as problematic.

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