A Defense Mechanism in Which a Person Responds with Pessimism

question 65

Multiple Choice

A defense mechanism in which a person responds with pessimism to any attempt at solving a problem is known as _____.

• A)negativism
• B)rationalization
• C)displacement
• D)withdrawal

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