Malcolm has asthma and is learning to manage the condition. He tells his doctor that he wants to be able to play sports in the future. He also tells his
family that he appreciates their help and support, but wants to learn how to
use his medication to take care of himself. What defense mechanism is
Malcom demonstrating?

1. protective factors are characteristics associated with a lower likelihood of negative outcomes or that reduce a risk factor's impact. individual-level protective factors might include positive self-image, self-control, or social competence

2. attitudes are the response that is a result of our values. values decide what we think as for right, wrong, good, or unjust. attitudes are our likes and dislike towards things, people, and objects. they represent several beliefs focused on a specific object or situation