226 Defense Mechanisms
Apr 04, 2024•4 min
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Episode description
Defense mechanisms are psychological strategies that individuals use to cope with reality and protect themselves from feelings of anxiety and discomfort. These mechanisms operate at an unconscious level and are often used to distort, deny, or manipulate reality in order to reduce stress and maintain a sense of equilibrium.
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