Monday, January 9, 2023

Acting out in Psychology

 

Acting out

Acting out refers to a socially unacceptable or even harmful behavioral reaction to distress rather than a more peaceful processing of the painful thoughts and feelings associated with an event like divorce, natural disaster, or an accident.

Acting out is a Level 1 Defense Mechanism

Resources

A- Z List of Defense Mechanisms with descriptions


Psychotic Defense Mechanisms described


Defense Mechanisms Rating Scales

            Form Self-Report 30

            Q-Sort Version

Geoffrey W. Sutton, PhD is Emeritus Professor of Psychology. He retired from a clinical practice and was credentialed in clinical neuropsychology and psychopharmacology. His website is  www.suttong.com

 

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