Question

Navin worked very hard to qualify the national level entrance exam. However, on the day of the exam, he went blank and just walked out of the examination hall without attempting the paper. When asked about this by his parents and friends, he totally refuses that such a thing took place. Navin's behavior is an example of:

• A. Denial
• B. Repression
• C. Reaction Formation
• D. Rationalism

Hint:

Denial helps individuals protect themselves from emotional distress, but prolonged denial can lead to unresolved psychological issues.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Navin’s behavior, where he refuses to accept or acknowledge an unpleasant reality (that he walked out of the exam), is a classic example of Denial. Denial is a defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept the truth about an uncomfortable or anxiety-inducing situation.