PsychologyfromPsychology Today6 days agoPerfectionism as the Basis for Chronic DefensivenessChronic defensiveness redirects shame onto others; perfectionists protect self-image at relationships' expense, and focusing on character reduces defensive compulsion.
US politicsfromThe Atlantic2 months agoThe Only Conspiracy Trump Considers BoringTrump failed to clarify his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein during public appearances, expressing defensiveness instead.
US politicsfromwww.mediaite.com3 months agoJon Stewart Says Defensive and Angry' Trump Officials Exposing Admin's Fragility' With Media Attacks on Iran Reports: Beyond the Silliness'Trump's administration's defensiveness over media reports reveals its fragility and lack of confidence in their successes.
ParentingfromPsychology Today5 months agoCoping With Defensive ParentsDefensive parents react with anger, guilt trips, or denial, impacting their adult children's emotional well-being.Focus on your own healing rather than attempting to change defensive parents.