You are thinking of having an affair by having sex with someone other than you partner, but you feel very guilty for wanting to do this. That night you accuse your partner of having been unfaithful to you, even though there is no real evidence of such betrayal. Which defense mechanism are you using?

A) Sublimation
B) Reaction formation
C) Denial
D) Projection

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Samantha Lazarus · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person. In this scenario, accusing your partner of infidelity without evidence, while you are the one considering an affair, is an example of projecting your own feelings of guilt and desires onto your partner.

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