RU Abnormal Psychology Defense Mechanism Materials Dr John Suler Discussion
Question Description
OVERVIEW
One of the concepts we read about this week is that of defense mechanisms. No matter whether you choose to use this perspective in your own practice or not, you will encounter this. We all use them and to some extent they can be helpful enough. The problem is when they become counterproductive to our goals, intentions, and quality relationships. One of the things Ive learned over the years is that when you understand how defense mechanisms actually come about you become less likely to personalize/internalize conflicts and more likely to see solutions. For this weeks discussion, you will analyze yourself.
DISCUSSION
- Based on the materials attached below and describe what a defense mechanism is and how they theoretically come about.
- Share with us a story of a time or situation in your life where you utilized at least two defense mechanisms. Be sure to define your defense mechanisms and discuss the extent to which you consider these defenses as either mature and/or immature and why.
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