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After failing to receive a good job, the applicant decides that she would not have liked the job anyway. This person is displaying a defense mechanism called __________.
Maladaptive
Anything that does not allow a person to function within or adapt to the stresses and everyday demands of life.
Everyday Demands
The routine challenges and tasks that individuals face daily, requiring management of time, resources, and decision-making.
Function
The natural or intended action of something or the role it plays in a particular context or system.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual
A comprehensive classification and diagnostic guide published by the American Psychiatric Association for mental disorders.
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