The theoretical position that explains the origin of anxiety disorders as the overrun of defense mechanisms by neurotic or moral anxiety is the _____ approach.

A) cognitive-behavioral
B) humanistic
C) sociocultural
D) psychodynamic

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image.

Neurotic Anxiety

Anxiety that arises from an unconscious fear that the control mechanisms one uses to keep unacceptable feelings or thoughts out of conscious awareness might fail.

Psychodynamic Approach

A psychological perspective that analyzes how behavior springs from unconscious drives and conflicts.