To refuse to recognize or acknowledge facts/experiences.
Denial
When the mind unconsciously blocks painful thoughts, memories, and emotions.
Repression
The process of displacing one’s feelings onto a different person, animal, or object.
Projection
Screaming at your sibling when your have a bad day
Projection
Listening to music after a bad break up
Sublimation
someone refuses to acknowledge that they have an alcohol addiction just because they can function at work and at home
Denial
Your social life is dying so you try harder in your school education to make up for it.
Compensation
An adult or older child who is overwhelmed may throw a temper tantrum or act out childishly instead of calmly talking about their feelings.
Regression
An employee mad at their boss may hold back at work, then snaps at a family member at home.
Displacement