Question

What is a defense mechanism? coping strategies that protect you from difficult feelings. coping strategies to boost your self-esteem a way to recognize your emotions coping strategies for learned emotions

Answer 1

I think the most common defense mechanism from these options here is "Coping strategies that protect you from difficult feelings."
~Isle of flightless Duns

Answer 2

The answer should be (coping strategies that protect you from difficult feelings)
Hope this helps!