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jwb375 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

An individual experiences sexual dysfunction and blames it on a partner by calling the person unattractive and unromantic. Which defense mechanism is evident?

a. Rationalization
b. Compensation
c. Introjection
d. Regression

Question 2

A person who feels unattractive repeatedly says, Although I'm not beautiful, I am smart. This is an example of:

a. repression.
b. devaluation.
c. identification.
d. compensation.

brittanywood · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Rationalization involves unconsciously making excuses for one's behavior, inadequacies, or feelings. Regression involves the unconscious use of a behavior from an earlier stage of emotional development. Compensation involves making up for deficits in one area by excelling in another area. Introjection is an unconscious, intense identification with another person.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Compensation is an unconscious process that allows us to make up for deficits in one area by excelling in another area to raise self-esteem. Repression unconsciously puts an idea, event, or feeling out of awareness. Identification is an unconscious mechanism calling for imitation of mannerisms or behaviors of another. Devaluation occurs when the individual attributes negative qualities to self or others.