Tito is displaying rationalization. This defense mechanism involves justifying or explaining away certain behaviors or feelings in a way that avoids acknowledging the true underlying emotions or issues. In this case, Tito is interpreting the negative behavior of others as a sign of affection rather than acknowledging that it is bullying.
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)
• regression
O denial
O compensation
• rationalization
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