Asked by xen
Which defense mechanism is John using when he says “It’s ok if I tell my parents that I am going to Lisa’s house even when I’m really going to ride around with Pete because they won’t mind.”
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regression
regression
rationalization
rationalization
rejection
rejection
denial
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rationalization
He’s justifying/creating a socially acceptable reason for lying to his parents rather than admitting the true behavior. Regression and denial don’t fit this pattern.
He’s justifying/creating a socially acceptable reason for lying to his parents rather than admitting the true behavior. Regression and denial don’t fit this pattern.
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