Scott has just been reprimanded by his supervisor. Later on, Scott begins to "stomp around" and throws a tantrum in front of his co-workers. Scott's behavior exemplifies which of the following?
Correct answer: C. regression
- A. rationalization
- B. reaction formation
- C. regression
- D. projection
Explanation
Regression means reverting to behavior characteristic of an earlier developmental stage when under stress, such as throwing a childlike tantrum after being reprimanded. Projection would involve attributing one’s own unacceptable feelings to someone else.
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