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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Perfectionism Is a Poor Defense for Emotional Vulnerability

Perfectionists use control to avoid emotional vulnerability, harming relationships, stunting emotional growth, and missing opportunities for connection and maturity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

A Therapist's Guide to When It's Enough

Some patients may not improve beyond a point; accepting limits and providing stabilizing care or referral can be a valid form of caregiving.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

These 3 Defense Mechanisms Can Explain Your Kid's Behavior

Defense mechanisms protect us from uncomfortable feelings; understanding them helps parents interpret child behavior.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

17 Subtle Signs Someone Has Been Through A Lot Of Sh*t In Their Life

They usually fall into one of these three: Hyper-reactive and defensive, withdrawn and distant, or chill to the point of detachment.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

'Seinfeld' Offered Insight Into Personality and Defenses

George's character exhibits fear of rejection and has struggles with assertiveness, manifesting dependent and passive-aggressive traits, showcasing a complex personality pathology.
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