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Pushing something from consciousness into the unconscious and holding it there, which avoids a situation which cannot be currently coped with.
Lesly Jaskolski
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∙ 13y agoDenial, repression, displacement.
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How is a defense mechanism?
What is a defense mechanism
What is the defence mechanism used by a skunk?
Skunks use their spray as a defense mechanism when trapped or pursued
What type of defense mechanism is used by surpressing childhood trama?
Suppressing childhood trauma is a defense mechanism called repression. This involves pushing painful memories or emotions into the unconscious mind in order to avoid dealing with the distress they may cause. However, the suppressed trauma may still influence behavior and emotional well-being in various ways.
Which defense mechanism is being used when someone refuse to accept reality?
Denial
What is the defense mechanism of the turtle?
One of the defense mechanism's of the turtle is the ability to hide in it's shell.
The Stockholm Syndrome is an example of what defense mechanism?
Stockholm Syndrome is an example of the defense mechanism of identification.
What is the synonym for coping mechanism?
Adaptation or defense mechanism.
Are hand gestures viewed as a defense mechanism?
No, the hand gestures are not viewed as a defense mechanism but communication mechanism. Some of the hand gestures that is viewed as a defense mechanism includes crossed arms with fists and arm crossed with thumbs.
Reflexes are a part of the body's defense mechanism. true or false?
Reflexes are a part of the body's defense mechanism.
What is the most primary defense mechanism?
aggressive defense
Which one of these is not a defense mechanism?
me
Is defense mechanism good or bad?
Defense is usually good.
