Your romantic partner of four years ends the relationship suddenly and cuts off all contact.You immediately focus all of your energy on the financial implications of your partner's departure and ways to save money.The defense mechanism that BEST explains your behavior is:

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Intellectualization involves focusing on the intellectual aspects of a situation to avoid dealing with the emotional aspects. By concentrating on financial implications, you are avoiding the emotional pain of the breakup.

Your Romantic Partner of Four Years Ends the Relationship Suddenly