Unit 1b Flashcards
When Tom found out he failed his written exam, he reminded his instructor how fast he had completed his progress check.
Compensation
Steve still didn’t think he had a drinking problem even after getting several DWIs.
Denial of Reality
During counseling, a student expresses anxiety about an upcoming event. You try to help the student see the event as an opportunity rather than as a problem.
Redefine the situation
SSgt Manis expressed a romantic interest in one of his peers. Finding that she does not share his interest, he turned his attention to someone else.
Acceptance
When Pedro failed his driving test, he laughed and high-fived his instructor.
Reaction Formation
SSgt Adams is having difficulty budgeting his money and paying his bills. He decides to go to a financial management class to learn how to set up a budget.
Direct Action
Airman Robinson thinks she is in love with an instructor. When the instructor helped her with her presentation, she thought he must love her too.
Projection
Airman Jones explains that he has been distracted because he and his wife are having marital problems. The instructor recommends they go to a couples support group.
Social Support
Seaman Garcia explained to his supervisor he was late to work because his daughter was crying all night long, his wife refused to help out, and he stayed up late studying.
Rationalization
A student said to you, “Let’s talk so I can get a problem off my chest”.
Catharsis
