defence mechanism

• Estrategia psicológica o proceso mental automático que utiliza la mente para protegerse de la ansiedad, el estrés o pensamientos y sentimientos inaceptables.

A psychological strategy or automatic mental process used by the mind to protect itself from anxiety, stress, or unacceptable thoughts and feelings.

1. Psychological defense mechanismB2formal

   An unconscious mental process that protects a person from anxiety, guilt, or unacceptable thoughts.

   mecanismo de defensa

   • Denial is a common defense mechanism after a traumatic event.
   • He uses humor as a defense mechanism to avoid serious conversations.
   • Projection is a defense mechanism where one attributes their own feelings to others.

2. Biological defense mechanismB2formal

   A physical or chemical process in an organism that protects it from harm, such as infection or injury.

   mecanismo de defensa biológico

   • The immune system is the body's primary defense mechanism against pathogens.
   • A fever is a natural defense mechanism that helps fight infection.
   • The plant's thorns are a defense mechanism against herbivores.