Defense Mechanism

Overview

• Most notably used by Sigmund Freud in his psychoanalytic theory, adefense mechanism is a tactic developed by the ego to protect against anxiety. 
•  Defense mechanisms are thought to safeguard the mind against feelings and thoughts that are too difficult for the conscious mind to cope with.
• In some instances, defense mechanisms are thought to keep inappropriate or unwanted thoughts and impulses from entering the conscious mind.

To Read :

http://www.psychology.sunysb.edu/ewaters/345/2007_freud/defense%20mechanisms_changing%20minds/defense%20mechanisms_changing%20minds.pdf

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http://psychology.about.com/library/quiz/bl_defense_quiz.htm