Tito is displaying the defense mechanism known as rationalization. Rationalization involves offering logical reasons or explanations for behaviors or feelings that are actually driven by emotional factors. In this case, Tito interprets the students' bullying as a sign of affection rather than recognizing the negative behavior for what it is.
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?
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regression
regression
denial
denial
compensation
compensation
rationalization
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are you sure
Yes, I am sure. Tito's interpretation of being picked on as a sign that the other students like him exemplifies rationalization. This defense mechanism helps him cope with the negative experience by reframing it in a more positive light.
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