Gein had no connecting thoughts to independent feelings or effective problem-solving skills. ... This tactic surfaces to protect the ego by easing self-reprehension and distress (Cook, Joan). ... He was able to enjoy the embrace of his mother for which he so much longed for. It is interesting to note that Augusta was much nicer, warmer, and extremely loving to him when she "appeared" (Ed Gein Biography). ... A hypothetical guess is no. ...

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