A client reports skipping church because of not wanting to see certain people who might be in attendance on a holiday.Which defense mechanism did this client use?

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Avoidance is the defense mechanism where an individual evades a situation or stimuli that acts as a reminder of an unpleasant thought or feeling, in this case, avoiding church to not encounter certain people.

A Client Reports Skipping Church Because of Not Wanting to See