Tyler usually avoids alcohol,but he goes on a serious drinking binge every couple of months.He often gets into trouble with family,friends,or his employer because of his behaviour.After each of these binges,he gets rid of all the alcohol in his house,puts everything in order,gets a new haircut,and promises everyone that he will never drink again.Which defence mechanism does this example illustrate

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Undoing is a defence mechanism where someone tries to reverse or make up for unacceptable behaviour by performing actions that are the opposite of the behaviour. In this example, Tyler tries to undo his binge drinking by getting rid of alcohol, cleaning up his house, and promising to never drink again. This behaviour is an attempt to make up for his binge and reverse any negative consequences that may have occurred.

Tyler Usually Avoids Alcohol,but He Goes on a Serious Drinking