What is Defense mechanism?
'''Defense mechanism''' is a psychological [[concept]] of the [[mind]]. It is the coping [[skill|technique]] individuals [[Unconscious mind|unconscious]]ly use to protect themselves from getting hurt in unpleasant situations (e.g. conflicts, unhappiness). Without defense mechanisms, people may suffer from psychological and [[mental illness]]. == Types == * [[Regression (psychology)|Regression]] * Repression * [[Denial]] * Reaction formation * Projection * Rationalization * [[Displacement (psychology)|Displacement]] * [[Compensation (psychology)|Compensation]] [[Category:psychology]]