Avoiding interference is a type of self-defense mechanism where an individual gives only limited attention to potentially stressful information. For instance, in a performance review with a supervisor it is easy to be dismissive of (or even ignore) criticism, no matter how constructive, while listening eagerly to positive feedback.

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Question: Fundamental characteristics of a person that influence thoughts and behaviors across situations that may be considered disordered if judged to be abnormally rigid and maladaptive are called_______________ disorders.


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