In therapy, Lisa often makes jokes or changes the subject when her therapist talks about certain topics. Lisa's therapist believes that when Lisa does this, she is demonstrating the concept of:

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Lisa's behavior of making jokes or changing the subject when uncomfortable topics arise is a demonstration of resistance. This is a common defense mechanism used to avoid confronting painful or difficult emotions or memories during therapy.

In Therapy, Lisa Often Makes Jokes or Changes the Subject