Despite the fact that Davis knows his friend Alice is dying of cancer, the next time they meet, Davis says, "Don't worry about it, we all know that you are going to be fine." According to Kübler-Ross, Davis's statement exemplifies the dying-related coping device of

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Davis's statement exemplifies denial because he is refusing to accept the reality of Alice's serious illness and potential death. Denial is a common coping mechanism in the early stages of grief and is characterized by a refusal to accept the truth or severity of the situation.

Despite the Fact That Davis Knows His Friend Alice Is