Unacceptable thoughts

Definition

Unacceptable thoughts refer to ideas, desires, or emotions that are considered socially inappropriate or morally unacceptable and therefore are kept out of conscious awareness.

Related terms

Repression:

Repression is a defense mechanism in which unacceptable thoughts or memories are pushed into the unconscious mind.

Denial:

Denial is a defense mechanism where an individual refuses to acknowledge unpleasant or anxiety-provoking truths.

Suppression: Suppression is a conscious effort to push unwanted thoughts or feelings out of one's awareness temporarily.