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Perceptual Defense
Perceptual Defense Perceptual defense is a selective form of perception in which a person protects themselves from becoming aware of something unpleasant or threatening.
Perceptual defense is a selective form of perception in which a person protects themselves from becoming aware of something unpleasant or threatening. Because of this, threatening words may be misheard or violent actions may be perceived less accurately.