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What are examples of defense mechanism?
Some examples of defense mechanisms include repression (pushing negative thoughts or feelings into the unconscious mind), denial (refusing to accept reality), projection (attributing one's own thoughts or feelings to someone else), and rationalization (creating logical explanations to justify unacceptable behavior).
A person who refuses to recognize an emotion or problem is using the defense mechanism known as?
Denial. This defense mechanism involves rejecting or refusing to acknowledge a reality that causes discomfort or distress. It can be a coping mechanism to protect oneself from feeling overwhelmed by emotions or situations.
Which of the following is an example of the use of a defense mechanism?
Repression is an example of a defense mechanism where a person unconsciously blocks out thoughts or memories that are too difficult for them to acknowledge.
Explain in one sentence what Repression does in your mind?
Repression is a defense mechanism that pushes unwanted thoughts, feelings, or memories into the unconscious to reduce anxiety or distress.
Defense mechanisms are developed to help the ego cope with overwhelming anxiety. What defense mechanism operates by pushing anxiety-provoking material into the unconscious?
repression
