An adult becomes highly dependent on his parents after the breakup of his marriage. This is an example of ______.

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Regression is a defense mechanism where an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development or behavior when faced with stress or problem. In this scenario, the adult has regressed to a more dependent stage and is seeking support from his parents after the breakup of his marriage.

An Adult Becomes Highly Dependent on His Parents After the Breakup