Understanding Denial

Pam Stephenson

ONF 2004, 31(5), 985-988. DOI: 10.1188/04.ONF.985-988

Purpose/Objectives: To explore the adaptive and maladaptive uses of denial while developing a clearer understanding of denial.

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