Category: Psychology - The Mental Alchemists

Projection as a Defense Mechanism we Use.

Projection is a defense mechanisms in which our own undesirable traits , thoughts, feelings and impulses are attributed to others. […]

Intellectualization is a defense mechanism where one avoids discomfort and anxiety by focusing on the rational and logical aspect of

We’ve all been in situations where an adult threw tantrums when frustrated like a kid… Or that professional colleague of

Why do people Revert to Childlike behaviours when faced with Conflict. We had earlier made a post on regression, a

What’s the Concept of Identification with Aggressor’s? We had talked about identification as a Defense Mechanism we use to protect

Identification meaning A defense mechanism where an individual modifies himself and their behaviour to align with another person’s or a

What’s the meaning of Introjection? Introjection is another ego defense mechanisms where one unconsciously takes in or adopt ideas, attitudes,

You ever been in a situation where you acted nicely to someone you hate? Or someone who preaches about morality

Displacement is a defense mechanism in which an unacceptable thought, emotion, behaviour or desires is redirected from the Original target

Imagine the scenario below; There are visitors at your home then you do something that irks your parent. Angered, She