a trapper hobble
This means someone or something is being blamed for actions or responsibilities that belong to someone else. It refers to a scapegoat or a person unfairly shouldering the blame for others.
Someone with ADD will blame others because they do not know what else to do. They get yelled at a lot.
The term for placing the blame on others who are innocent is "scapegoating."
Often children know when they do something wrong but they try to push the borders and therefor they are to blame. If you blame someone else they learn they can get away with anything and that is not a good life lesson. That way they will blame others as well when they do something wrong. That way you don't learn responsibility for your own actions. We can see that in adults sometimes.
A person who takes the blame for others' wrongdoing is often referred to as a "scapegoat." This term is used to describe someone who is unfairly blamed or punished for the faults of others.
Such a person is a scapegoat.
They may be considered a scapegoat, taking the blame or consequences for mistakes made by others.
Mature people will own up to their mistakes and apologize if it is a necessity whereas some people would rather blame others because they honestly believe it is not their fault and cannot balance bad behavior from good behavior. It takes a mature and well adjusted person to admit they are wrong and not blame other people. People who blame others can't face reality; they could be narcissistic in nature and are always right. However, these types of people are seldom happy within themselves and inwardly have no peace inside of themselves knowing they can be wrong; blame others when they shouldn't but don't know how to deal with it.
No, individuals with high self-esteem take responsibility for their actions and the outcomes. They are more likely to focus on problem-solving and learning from their mistakes rather than blaming others.
they had to blame it on someone, so why not Germany?
The opposite of absolve is condemn. Absolving means to free someone from blame or responsibility, while condemning means to express disapproval or strong criticism of someone's actions.
By accepting the responsibilities for their actions as an adolescent and not blame others for their problems/actions. There are many adults you don't seem to be able to this, but a person who is truly grown that is one of the hallmarks of growth.