Question
____ is a defense mechanism in which controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation
Answer
Rationalization is a defense mechanism in which controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation
Type of coping mech: making yourself believe you were not on fault – avoids blame to oneself. Can have false logic or false reasoning.
So making up excuses.
"But she's a bitch!"
"But it was low yeild af!"
"But my shoes didn't have enough traction!"
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