When people feel embarrassed after an undesirable behavior, they can compensate by confirming another aspect of themselves or by justifying their behavior. This behavior is a description of self:

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Armstrong

11 June, 14:24

When people feel embarrassed after an undesirable behavior, they can compensate by confirming another aspect of themselves or by justifying their behavior. This behavior is a description of self:

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Lawrence David · Answer 1

self-affirmation

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Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that this behavior is a description of self-affirmation. This is a term used in the field of psychology where an individual recognizes and asserts the existence or value of the different characteristics or traits (one's self). Thus compensating for another undesirable trait or behavior.