Stories & Perspectives
Understanding Defence Mechanisms: A Guide to Protecting Your Mental Health
Defence mechanisms are unconscious mental processes that we use to protect ourselves from emotional distress.
Dennis Relojo-Howell · 20 February 2023
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What Are Psychological Defence Mechanisms? Definitions, Explanations, and Examples
A psychological defence mechanism is a mental tool that we use to protect ourselves from what we think will cause us emotional harm or pain.
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