Which Defence Mechanism Involves Giving Yourself a Plausible Excuse That

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which defence mechanism involves giving yourself a plausible excuse that hides the real reasons for your behaviour

• A) regression 
• B) reaction formation 
• C) projection 
• D) rationalization

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