Question

Just as Austin began telling his therapist about a painful childhood experience, he complained of a headache and abruptly ended the session. A psychoanalyst would most likely suggest that Austin's behavior is an example of

Answer 1

The correct answer is : Resistance.

Step-by-step explanation:

It refers to a situation in which a person doesn't have the will to discuss a particular topic in therapy. It is considered an ego defense mechanism that individuals use to avoid talking about certain aspects of his or her life. It produces an opposition to the bringing of repressed memories that can cause anxiety.