The nurse at the school clinic is interviewing a child who is angry and blames their teacher for not passing an exam. The student admits that they did not study for the exam. The child is demonstrating which defense mechanism?
The nurse at the school clinic is interviewing a child who is angry and blames their teacher for not passing an exam. The student admits that they did not study for the exam. The child is demonstrating which defense mechanism?
A. Undoing
[8%]
B. Projection
[71%]
C. Compensation
[7%]
D. Intellectualization
[15%]
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Mental Health
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Mental Health
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Psychosocial Integrity
Related Topic
Coping Mechanisms
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Explanation
Choice B is correct. The child admitted that they had not studied for their exam yet and showed contempt towards the teacher. This demonstrates the child using projection.
Choice A is incorrect. Undoing is when an individual attempts to make up for or undo an unacceptable action or feeling.
Choice C is incorrect. Compensation is not demonstrated in this situation. Compensation is used to counterbalance perceived deficiencies by emphasizing strengths. The student is blaming the teacher for their deficiency.
Choice D is incorrect. Intellectualization attempts to master a current stressor or conflict by expanding knowledge, explanation, or understanding. The child is not demonstrating this because they blame the teacher for their lack of preparation.
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