Psychology & Sociology · Mr. Pankow: Behavior & Behavior Change

Question

Projection is ____

Answer

Projection is an immature defense mechanism where an individual attributes unwanted thoughts and feelings onto another person.
ex: if you just failed a test and are feeling particularly stupid you go and call your dog “stupid” and “dumb”

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