Defense mechanisms are primarily unconscious responses that allow people to protect themselves from anxious thoughts, strong feelings or emotions, unwanted impulses, or painful memories. They are ...

Projection is when an individual unconsciously projects their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors onto someone else. Sigmund Freud first introduced defense mechanisms, which include projection. These are ...

Want to avoid a negative emotional state like fear or guilt? Try a defense mechanism that can protect you from frustration, anxiety or stress. As I describe two mental techniques, two defense ...