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Perceptual Defense MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Perceptual Defense
Tree Number(s)
F01.393.628
Unique ID
D010467
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D010467
Scope Note
Selective perceiving such that the individual protects himself from becoming aware of something unpleasant or threatening, e.g., obscene words are not heard correctly, or violent acts are not seen accurately.
NLM Classification #
WM 193.5.P3
Public MeSH Note
70
History Note
70(65)
Date Established
1970/01/01
Date of Entry
1999/01/01
Revision Date
1997/06/20

No Qualifiers
Perceptual Defense Preferred
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