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In [[psychology]], '''projection''' (or projection bias) is a [[defense mechanism]] in which one attributes one’s own unacceptable or unwanted thoughts, emotions, behaviors and/or personality traits to others. As an example, some people who harbor perverted sexual thoughts, feelings, and acts speak as if such things are common or even normal and acceptable: "Everybody views pornography!" or "Everybody commits self-abuse!". Historically, many promoters of the [[homosexual agenda]] (especially [[homosexual activist]]s) have inflated the prevalence of [[homosexuality]] in society.
In [[psychology]], '''projection''' (or projection bias) is a [[defense mechanism]] in which one attributes one’s own unacceptable or unwanted thoughts, emotions, behaviors and/or personality traits to others. As an example, some people who harbor perverted sexual thoughts, feelings, and acts speak as if such things are common or even normal and acceptable: "Everybody views pornography!" or "Everybody commits self-abuse!". Historically, many promoters of the [[homosexual agenda]] (especially [[homosexual activist]]s) have inflated the prevalence of [[homosexuality]] in society.
== Causes of projection within individuals ==
The article ''All About Psychological Projection: Definition, Health Effects, and How to Stop It'' indicates:
{{Cquote|Projection arises as a way to manage uncomfortable emotions, thoughts, or impulses. People might use projection to avoid acknowledging them, or to process them from a safe distance.
Dr. Latimer says it can happen when someone “sees parts of themselves in others that they cannot stand in themselves.”
Projection is often tied to feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem, according to Dr. Frank. He explains that internal distress can overwhelm a person’s ability to cope, so they displace their discomfort onto others.<ref>
== Signs of individuals engaging in projection ==
Signs of individuals engaging in projection include:<ref>[https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/psychological-projection-dealing-with-undesirable-emotions/#:~:text=It%20can%20be%20challenging%20to,behavior%2C%20they%20could%20be%20projecting. All About Psychological Projection: Definition, Health Effects, and How to Stop It], Everyday Health</ref>
*Being defensive
*Making unfounded accusations
*Being overly critical.
If someone is placing blame and.or accusations without evidence or sufficient proof and being very defensive when questioned about their behavior, they may be engaging in projection.<ref>[https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/psychological-projection-dealing-with-undesirable-emotions/#:~:text=It%20can%20be%20challenging%20to,behavior%2C%20they%20could%20be%20projecting.All About Psychological Projection: Definition, Health Effects, and How to Stop It], Everyday Health</ref>
== Narcissistic personality disorder and projection ==
== Narcissistic personality disorder and projection ==