Jeromy has been having an affair with another woman. One afternoon his wife came home later than usual and Jeromy became angry-accusing his wife of infidelity. Which defense mechanism is behind Jeromy's accusation?

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Jeromy is projecting his own infidelity onto his wife by accusing her of being unfaithful. This is a common defense mechanism, where a person attributes their own unacceptable thoughts and feelings onto others.

Jeromy Has Been Having an Affair with Another Woman