In order to cope with the world around us, human beings are equipped with a particular set of psychological defenses—known more formally as defense mechanisms—which help us navigate the world while ...

Toxicity in relationships can be insidious, creeping into our lives and poisoning the very essence of our well-being. One common trait among toxic people is their continuous use of defense mechanisms, ...

Projection is when an individual unconsciously projects their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors onto someone else. Sigmund Freud first introduced defense mechanisms, which include projection. These are ...