When you avoid unacceptable feelings by unconsciously transforming them into the opposite feeling,you are using the defense mechanism called reaction formation.

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This is true. Reaction formation is a defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously transforms unacceptable feelings, thoughts or impulses into their opposite in order to deal with anxiety or inner conflict.

When You Avoid Unacceptable Feelings by Unconsciously Transforming Them into the Opposite