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DEFENSE MECHANISM

By N., Sam M.S.

Classical psychoanalytical theory. The unconscious reaction the ego uses to protect itself from anxiety arising from psychic conflict. Also called escape mechanism. See avoidance- projection- regression- substitution.

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