Repression vs. Suppression
Repression and suppression are both psychological defense mechanisms, but they differ in how they function. Repression is an unconscious process where distressing thoughts, memories, or … Read more
Autism & Double Empathy Problem
The double empathy problem is a theory that describes mutual misunderstandings between autistic people and non-autistic (neurotypical) people. Unlike older views that saw communication issues in autism as a one-sided deficit, this concept emphasizes that both parties struggle to fully empathize with and understand each other.
Autism & Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) refers to extreme emotional sensitivity and pain triggered by perceived or actual rejection or criticism. While RSD is not a formal clinical diagnosis, it is commonly discussed in neurodivergent communities for describing intense reactions to rejection
Many autistic individuals report experiencing RSD-like symptoms – feeling deeply hurt by even minor criticism or social slights – which can compound the social and emotional challenges they already face
Regression as a Defence Mechanism
Regression is a defense mechanism where someone reverts to earlier, less mature behaviors (like childish dependence) when stressed, seeking temporary comfort from overwhelming situations. How … Read more
Introjection as a Defense Mechanism
Introjection is a defense mechanism where a person unconsciously adopts the ideas, attitudes, or behaviors of another person or group, often an authority figure. It’s … Read more
Social media use and job choices: The mediating roles of work values and self-efficacy
Social media use is positively associated with flexible and diverse employment choices among college students.
Displacement as a Defense Mechanism
In psychology, displacement is an unconscious defense mechanism where unwanted feelings or impulses are redirected from a threatening or inappropriate target to a less threatening … Read more
Emotional Regulation Strategies for Autistic Adults
Emotional regulation is the ability to manage feelings like stress, anxiety, or frustration. Autistic individuals can find this more challenging and might be more emotionally sensitive. They often rely on unique self-soothing methods, seeking or avoiding certain sensory inputs to cope.
Jung vs Adler
Jung and Adler, both initially followers of Freud, diverged in their theories. Carl Jung focused on the collective unconscious, archetypes, and individuation, emphasizing the importance … Read more
Freud vs Adler
Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic theory emphasizes the unconscious mind, psychosexual development, and the influence of early childhood experiences on personality. Alfred Adler, a former follower of … Read more