But to emphasize such an idea encourages the escapism that is a natural defense mechanism when we are physically assaulted. |
Ziv has suggested that self-mocking humor is most accurately conceptualized as a defense mechanism. |
Children may also show hostility to the stepparent as a defense mechanism against feelings of hurt and betrayal. |
As humans we tend not to welcome change, perhaps it is a psychological defense mechanism, I am not sure. |
Projection, a psychological defense mechanism, consists of attributing to others those attitudes and motives that we ourselves harbor. |
Sleepiness can be a psychological defense mechanism, a way of shutting out the world. |