Which Defense Mechanism Involves Making Up Excuses for Behaviors That

question 212

Multiple Choice

Which defense mechanism involves making up excuses for behaviors that cause us to feel anxiety?

• A) denial
• B) reaction formation
• C) rationalization
• D) repression

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