MBTI types and defensiveness

[Gaze]

MBTI types and defensiveness


Are some types more defensive than others? Why or why not?


What functions contribute to the defensiveness in some types vs. defensiveness in others?

 

[acd]

I think people are more defensive when they are unsure of themselves. I don't know if it's a type thing.

 

[Soulful]

Hmm... well, defensiveness stems from a feeling of insecurity and is often related to feelings of invalidation or need for validation. It might be fair to suggest that F types may be more prone to being defensive. However, I believe that the more well-developed and emotionally mature someone is, the less likely they are to respond in this fashion regardless of type.

 

[Saru Inc]

I've noticed those with Fi tend to be a lot more defensive than other types.

 

[Angantyr]

Well according to some people responding to a failed attempt at criticism is regarded as being overly defensive and/or sensitive. I don't know why people come to those conclusions other than getting annoyed with that I have an answer to everything (which is fair enough). I don't think its being defensive, its just responding and to a degree answering.