Detailed explanation of 15 common defense mechanisms in psychology, focusing on primitive mechanisms like denial, regression, and acting out, as described by John M. Grohol, Psy.D.

The image displays a document titled "15 Common Defense Mechanisms" by John M. Grohol, Psy.D., discussing psychological defense mechanisms in psychology, particularly in psychodynamic theory. The document explains how people use defense mechanisms to protect themselves from unpleasant thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It categorizes defense mechanisms based on their primitive nature, noting that more primitive ones are effective in the short term but less so in the long term. The text includes sections on primitive defense mechanisms such as denial, regression, and acting out, with definition