Sigmund Freud was the first to theorize about ego defensemechanisms. Many defense mechanisms are self-deceptive strategiesutilized to ward off anxiety that is deemed too threatening toconfront. Below is a list of some defense mechanisms.
- denial
- rationalization
- reaction formation
- displacement
- regression
- projection
- repression
- suppression
- rationalization
- compensation
- conversion
- avoidance
- acting out
- acceptance
- dissociation
- fantasy
- humility
- humor
- passive aggression
- idealisation
- identification
Select one from the list above, or, the list on the link below.Define and exemplify it. Is it conscious, or, unconscious? Explainwhy it is an effective, or, ineffective way of dealing withanxiety. Is its effective value different for long-term vs.short-term coping?
