Coping techniques that involve self-deception to distort reality in order to make a situation appear less threatening are referred to as _____ coping.

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Defensive coping involves mechanisms of self-deception or reality distortion to make a situation seem less threatening, helping an individual to manage emotional distress by altering their perception of reality.

Coping Techniques That Involve Self-Deception to Distort Reality in Order