Question

_______ is the defense mechanism in which self-justifying explanations replace the real

Answer 1

Option:

1. Rationalization,
2. Denial,
3. Displacement,
4. Projection.

Answer:

• Option-(1): Rationalization.

Rationalization is the defense mechanism in which self-justifying explanations replace the real, unconscious reasons for the action.

Explanation:

• Rationalization:

The defense mechanism which involves the self-justification or explanations which are well mannered or structured to replace the real, unconscious reasons for any action.