Question

1. match the following defense mechanisms with its definition

a. rationalization 1. denying that something exists
b. projection 2. unconsciously keeping info from your mind

Explanation:

First, we need to recall the correct definitions of defense mechanisms. However, the given options seem to have some errors. Let's correct the understanding:

• Denial: Denying that something exists (matches with 1).
• Repression: Unconsciously keeping information from your mind (matches with 2).

But for the given options (a. Rationalization, b. Projection), the provided definitions do not match them correctly. However, if we assume there might be a typo and the first defense mechanism was supposed to be Denial and the second Repression, but based on the given (even with errors), if we have to match as per the given (incorrect) setup, but actually, the correct matches for the definitions:

1. Denying that something exists - Denial (not Rationalization or Projection)
2. Unconsciously keeping info from your mind - Repression (not Rationalization or Projection)

But since the question has a and b as Rationalization and Projection, there is a mistake. However, if we proceed with the given (wrong) options, perhaps there was a mix - up.

Wait, maybe the question was miswritten. Let's re - check:

Rationalization: Creating false but plausible reasons to justify unacceptable behavior.

Projection: Attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or impulses to another person.

The given definitions (1 and 2) are for Denial (1) and Repression (2).

So, if we have to match the given a and b with the given 1 and 2, there is no correct match. But perhaps the question intended different defense mechanisms.

Assuming that there was a typo and a is Denial, b is Repression:

a (Denial) - 1 (Denying that something exists)

b (Repression) - 2 (Unconsciously keeping info from your mind)

But as per the given a (Rationalization) and b (Projection), the definitions do not match.

Answer:

(Note: There is an error in the question as the given defense mechanisms (Rationalization, Projection) do not match the given definitions. If we assume a typo and the defense mechanisms are Denial and Repression instead:

a. Denial - 1. Denying that something exists

b. Repression - 2. Unconsciously keeping info from your mind

But with the given a as Rationalization and b as Projection, no correct match. If we have to force a match with the given (incorrect) options, there is no valid answer. However, if we correct the defense mechanisms:

a. Denial - 1. Denying that something exists

b. Repression - 2. Unconsciously keeping info from your mind)