<prompt> All of the following are defence mechanisms of ego, exceptConversionReaction formationProjectionTransference  <response>: D Transference All of the following are defence mechanisms of ego except transference. The term ego defence mechanism refers to various automatic, involuntary and unconsciously instituted psychological act vity by which the unacceptable urges or impulses are excluded from conscious awareness. These defence mechanisms are function of ego. Other commonly used ego defence mechanisms are repression, regression, denial, distortion, dissociation, displacement, etc. Transference is the development of emotions and feelings in a patient towards the psychotherapist. This is utilized in resolution of problems and promote recovery. Counter-transference is the development of emotions and feelings in psychotherapist towards his patient. 