Jeff has been having an affair with another woman. One afternoon, when his wife comes home later than usual, Jeff becomes angry and accuses her of infidelity. Which defense mechanism is behind Jeff's accusation?

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Jeff's accusation of infidelity in his wife is a classic example of projection, where he is unconsciously projecting his own feelings of guilt and infidelity onto his spouse.

Jeff Has Been Having an Affair with Another Woman