Analyzing Dan's Two Defense Mechanisms

Dan’s exhibiting the following two defense mechanisms and they are harmful:
Regression-Dan admits to feeling rejected by family and peers but only feels “vindicated” if they apologize for their behaviors. A classic sign of earlier developmental stage in children.
Displacement- Dan’s been playing the blame game with family and discontinued communication with a female significant other. Dan is shifting emotions. In reality, Dan is apprehensive he might not get into med school.