Glossary D

Glossary D

Defensible space refers to the range of mechanisms that combine to bring an environment under the control of its residents.

Defensible space theory refers to the belief that an area's physical features may be modified and structured so as to reduce crime rates in that area and to lower the fear of victimization that residents experience.

Defensive attributions refer to explanations for behavior that avoid feelings of vulnerability and mortality

Defensive attribution refers to the tendency to blame victims for their misfortune, so that one feels less likely to be victimized in a similar way.

Defensive bias the tendency for people to perceive themselves as personally and situationally similar to someone who is having difficulty or trouble

Defensive high self -esteem refers to a positive self-view that is fragile and vulnerable to threat

Defensive pessimism refers to the Fear that one is apt to fail despite a strong history of success.

Defensiveness refers to an excessive concern with protecting oneself from being hurt.