This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Psychoanalysis, Subject name: Psychiatry
Postponing paying attention to a "conscious impulse" or "conflict" is a mature defense mechanism known as: 
Select and explain. 
A. Sublimation, B. Suppression, C. Humor, D. Anticipation
B: Suppression
Answer: B: Suppression 
Explanation: Postponing or delaying action on a conscious impulse (a conscious wish) and its accompanying emotions is known as suppression. It is the only conscious defense mechanism Other mature defense mechanisms are- Sublimation- Transformation of a socially unacceptable impulse into socially acceptable behavior . Anticipation- Preparing in advance for an unpleasant situation. Humor- Use of comedy to deal with unpleasant situation Altruism- Use of social cause to deal with own emotion .