Which Defence Mechanism Is Used When People Attempt to Bolster

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which defence mechanism is used when people attempt to bolster their self-esteem by forming an imaginary or real alliance with some person or group

• A) identification
• B) rationalization 
• C) regression
• D) displacement

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Definitions:

Shopaholics

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Dark Side

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