Repression
Repression
Repression (/rɪˈprɛʃən/), in the field of psychology, refers to the psychological mechanism of excluding distressing memories, thoughts, or feelings from the conscious mind. This term is often associated with Sigmund Freud and his psychoanalytic theory.
Etymology
The term "repression" originates from the Latin word "repressus", past participle of "reprimere", meaning "to hold back, restrain".
Definition
Repression is a defense mechanism identified by Freud. It involves the subconscious mind preventing painful, disturbing or dangerous thoughts from entering the conscious mind. This process can involve memories, ideas, or feelings that an individual believes are threatening.
Related Terms
- Sublimation: A type of defense mechanism where socially unacceptable impulses are transformed into socially acceptable actions or behavior.
- Denial: A psychological defense mechanism in which confrontation with a personal problem or with reality is avoided by denying the existence of the problem or reality.
- Projection: A theory in psychology in which humans defend themselves against their own unconscious impulses or qualities by denying their existence in themselves while attributing them to others.
- Regression: A defense mechanism leading to the temporary or long-term reversion of the ego to an earlier stage of development rather than handling unacceptable impulses in a more adaptive way.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Repression
- Wikipedia's article - Repression
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