Asked by Miftahul Khaira on Jul 18, 2024

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Alexis, a writer, experienced much stress when she could not get her novel published.In response, she resolved to become a superior literature teacher.Which defense mechanism is at work here?

A) Projection
B) Compensation
C) Rationalization
D) Displacement
E) Reaction formation

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals, unconsciously, to cope with reality and maintain self-image.

Compensation

Refers to the total cash and non-cash payments that employees receive in exchange for their work, including salaries, bonuses, benefits, and incentives.

  • Identify the function of coping strategies and resolution tactics in stress management.
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Yasemin EroltuJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Compensation is a defense mechanism where an individual overachieves in one area to compensate for failures in another. Alexis is compensating for her inability to publish her novel by aiming to excel in teaching literature.