A Client Was Underperforming at Work Recently, Although for Years

Multiple Choice

A client was underperforming at work recently, although for years his service was excellent. He made a costly mistake, so his employer referred him for treatment. He blames his employer for his being there, saying she is having personal problems and is just taking it out on him. Which term best describes his defense mechanism?

A) Rationalization
B) Projection
C) Repression
D) Involuntary reinforcement