Suppression in Psychology

 

Suppression in the service of oneself 2023
Geoffrey W. Sutton & Bing AI

Suppression is an active process of avoiding distressful memories, thoughts, and feelings.

Suppression is a generally adaptive strategy of regulating one’s thoughts and feelings.

 Suppression is linked to mental health. A person may set aside distressful problems until they can deal with them at another time or place. Alternatively, a person may minimize but not ignore distressing emotions, experiences, or life problems (Vaillant, 2000). People who have a minor yet distressing accident whilst on holiday may choose to deal with the matter after they return home.

Suppression 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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