Difference between revisions of "Denial"
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| − | '''Denial''' is a defense mechanism used by someone that is usually applied in situations that might prove the person wrong. It is mainly the assertion that a clarification is false, even though the claim is true. | + | '''Denial''' is a [[defense mechanism]] used by someone that is usually applied in situations that might prove the person wrong. It is mainly the assertion that a clarification is false, even though the claim is true. |
Denial is usually unjustified—especially in situations that would cause the person's [[ego]] to deflate. | Denial is usually unjustified—especially in situations that would cause the person's [[ego]] to deflate. | ||
Latest revision as of 19:43, May 25, 2024
Denial is a defense mechanism used by someone that is usually applied in situations that might prove the person wrong. It is mainly the assertion that a clarification is false, even though the claim is true.
Denial is usually unjustified—especially in situations that would cause the person's ego to deflate.
It is the opposite of admitting a flaw and is mainly a cowardice tactic.