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DEFENSES, PERCEPTUAL

\dɪfˈɛnsɪz], \dɪfˈɛnsɪz], \d_ɪ_f_ˈɛ_n_s_ɪ_z]\

Definitions of DEFENSES, PERCEPTUAL

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Selective perceiving such that the individual protects himself from becoming aware of something unpleasant or threatening, e.g., obscene words are not heard correctly, or violent acts are not seen accurately.

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