Affiliation in Psychology

 

Affiliation is a generally adaptive defensive strategy of finding support from others to cope with distress. The strategy may include expressing concerns and confiding in others but not entail abusing others. People may find supportive persons in clubs, organizations, and religious meetings.

Affiliation is a Level 7 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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