Psychology Today
Research has suggested that—in line with current conceptualizations of coping and defense mechanisms— emotion regulation efforts operate on a dual track of explicit (conscious …
End-of-Life Discussions and Planning for a Good Death
Aug 1, 2025 · For many people, the topic of death brings up a lot of “bad stuff.” But what if there was a way to discuss death in a good way. What would that conversation look like?
The Wisdom of Defense Mechanisms
For example, having studied with Freud for a while before feuding bitterly with him, Alfred Adler soon diverged to establish his own school of thought in psychology.
Death and Dying Psychology: Understanding Human Mortality
Sep 15, 2024 · Explore psychological theories, facts, and impacts of death and dying. Learn about coping mechanisms, ethical considerations, and the importance of discussing mortality.
The Psychology of Death and Dying
Dec 3, 2025 · A while back, I posted a piece discussing research on people’s thoughts and feelings about death and dying, and I was interviewed for a magazine. Here is the transcript of …
Identifying Coping Mechanisms
Sep 27, 2012 · The nine steps that form the basis of my approach to mastering stress and living well are, at a basic level, about identifying and changing harmful habits.
A Brief Review of Anna Freud's Concept of Altruistic Surrender
Jan 4, 2025 · Giving until it hurts may seem virtuous, but it may be a manifestation of defense mechanisms erected in response to covert, overly harsh self-criticism.
A Primer on Psychological Defenses
Aug 27, 2021 · Psychiatrist George Valliant, professor at the Harvard Medical School, classifies defenses into pathological, immature, neurotic, and mature in his paper titled " Ego …