Definitions from Wiktionary (defense mechanism)
▸ noun: (psychology) A psychological strategy used unconsciously by people to cope with harmful or stressful situations.
▸ noun: (evolutionary theory) An automatic reaction of the body against foreign antibodies.
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▸ noun: (psychology) A psychological strategy used unconsciously by people to cope with harmful or stressful situations.
▸ noun: (evolutionary theory) An automatic reaction of the body against foreign antibodies.
Similar:
defence mechanism,
defence,
defense,
defence reaction,
defense reaction,
coping strategy,
dissociation,
subception,
escape valve,
rationalization,
more...
Opposite:
Types:
denial,
projection,
rationalization,
displacement,
sublimation,
regression,
repression,
compensation,
more...
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