Figure 15.8: Love, work, and happiness in men with mature and immature defensive styles Harvard alumni classified as using primarily mature defenses were more frequently rated as having rich friendships, a good marriage, satisfaction with their work, active involvement in public service, and a high degree of happiness than were those classified as using primarily immature defenses.
(Based on data from Vaillant, 1977.)
(Based on data from Vaillant, 1977.)