védmechanizmusok
védmechanizmusok, or defense mechanisms, are unconscious psychological strategies used to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They are a core concept in psychoanalytic theory, first extensively described by Sigmund Freud and later elaborated upon by his daughter, Anna Freud. These mechanisms operate automatically and often distort or deny reality to protect the individual from anxiety, unacceptable thoughts or feelings, and perceived threats to their ego.
Common defense mechanisms include repression, which involves pushing unwanted thoughts or memories out of conscious awareness;
While defense mechanisms can be adaptive and help individuals navigate difficult situations in the short term,