Table of contents

1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
2. Psychology Research2h 20m
3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
4. Sensation and Perception28m
5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
- Sleep
  32m
6. Learning1h 26m
7. Memory34m
- Information Processing Model
  4m
- Storage - The Three Box Model of Memory
  29m
8. Cognition37m
- The Structure of Language
  12m
- Language Development
  25m
9. Emotion and Motivation35m
10. Developmental Psychology1h 20m
11. Personality1h 17m
12. Social Psychology1h 18m
13. Stress and Health41m
14. Psychological Disorders1h 27m
15. Treatment1h 24m

4. Sensation and Perception

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4. Sensation and Perception

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Alfred Adler believed that the defense mechanism of compensation is used by individuals who

are striving to become superior in some area of their lives.

also use many other psychological defense mechanisms.

feel superior in all areas of life.

feel superior to their peers.

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Begin by understanding the concept of 'compensation' as a defense mechanism in Adlerian psychology. Compensation involves efforts to overcome perceived weaknesses by emphasizing strengths in other areas.

Recognize that Adler's theory focuses on the individual's drive to overcome feelings of inferiority and strive for superiority or success in various aspects of life.

Consider the context in which compensation is used. It is typically employed by individuals who feel inferior or inadequate in some way and seek to counterbalance these feelings by excelling in other areas.

Analyze the options provided in the problem. The correct answer should align with the idea that compensation is a response to feelings of inferiority, not superiority.

Conclude that the correct answer is the one that reflects the use of compensation as a means to strive for superiority in areas where the individual feels inadequate, rather than feeling superior in all areas or to peers.