Toxicity in relationships can be insidious, creeping into our lives and poisoning the very essence of our well-being. One common trait among toxic people is their continuous use of defense mechanisms, ...

Defense mechanisms are psychological processes that someone unconsciously engages in to avoid discomfort, and there are ...

Medically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhD You may use defense mechanisms to help protect you from stress, but they can be both helpful and harmful.Recognizing defense mechanisms is the first step to ...

Children develop their sense of self one experience at a time. Think about it. From the moment of birth until the age of 2, each child is receiving a message that they are lovable and worthwhile or ...

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 ...