Students often pick on Tito, but he says that this behavior is a sign that the other students like him. What defense mechanism is Tito displaying?(1 point)Responsesregressionregressiondenialdenialcompensationcompensationrationalizationrationalization

Answer 1

Tito is displaying rationalization. This defense mechanism involves explaining an uncomfortable situation or behavior in a way that makes it seem more acceptable or understandable, such as interpreting negative behavior (bullying) as a form of affection.