Jan's husband hardly ever comes home in the evening, and on days when he does get in just after midnight, he often smells of perfume and his clothes are dishevelled. Several of Jan's friends have told her she should divorce her husband because he is obviously having an affair. However, Jan is convinced he is working late at the office every night so that they will have enough money to buy their dream house. Which coping mechanism does this illustrate?

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Jan's refusal to acknowledge the possibility of her husband having an affair, despite the obvious signs, is a classic example of denial of reality. She is choosing to ignore the truth and convincing herself that her husband's late nights at work are solely for their benefit.

Jan's Husband Hardly Ever Comes Home in the Evening, and on Days