When given a new diagnosis of ad, studies suggest that people respond in many different ways, often employing various defense mechanisms. which of the following responses would be considered intellectualization?
a) denying the diagnosis by questioning the credentials of the physician and seeking a second opinion.
b) focusing on the details of the diagnosis and seeking out as much information as possible about the disease.
c) physically lashing out at family and loved ones.
d) trying hard to forget the diagnosis ever occurred by focusing on other things.