4 Signs You're Repressive Coping, NOT Being Strong
Channel: Psych2Go
Date: 2023-11-23

Repressive coping is a psychological defense mechanism that individuals may employ to manage and minimize feelings of anxiety, stress, or distressing emotions. It involves consciously or unconsciously avoiding or suppressing thoughts, memories, or emotions that are perceived as threatening or uncomfortable.

In the realm of mental health and psychology, it's vital to distinguish between being strong and repressively coping. In this video, we will be sharing four telltale signs that you might be engaging in repressive coping mechanisms to help you gain a deeper understanding of the impact on your mental well-being. 

Let's raise awareness about mental health and unhealthy coping, empowering you to embrace healthier and more constructive ways of navigating life's challenges. 

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References 

Attard, A. (2020). Repressing emotions: 10 Ways to reduce emotional avoidance. Positive Psychology. positivepsychology.com/repress-emotions/

Ertel, A. (2022). How to identify & release repressed emotions. Talkspace. www.talkspace.com/blog/repressed-emotions/

Garssen, B. (2007). Repression: Finding our way in the maze of concepts. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 30(6), 471–481. doi.org/10.1007%2Fs10865-007-9122-7 

Patel J, Patel P. Consequences of Repression of Emotion: Physical Health, Mental Health and General Well Being. International Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research. 2019;1(3):16-21. doi:10.14302/issn.2574-612x.ijpr-18-2564.openaccesspub.org/ijpr/article/999.