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        <itunes:author>Michelle Doyle</itunes:author>
        <itunes:summary>Welcome to cognitive conversations, a podcast that discusses human thought and behaviour, specifically exploring psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am a post-grad student studying psychotherapy and counselling using this podcast to share what I’ve been learning, spark up conversation and hopefully provide information and clarity on the understanding of the human mind through a psychotherapeutic lens.</itunes:summary>
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                <itunes:summary>In this episode, we will explore ego defences, otherwise known as defence mechanisms. We will discuss the history of ego defences, therapeutic interventions, different levels and several specific examples. Thanks for listening!</itunes:summary>
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