The phrase "prevent feeling" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the act of stopping or hindering emotional experiences or sensations.
Example: "Some people use distractions to prevent feeling the pain of loss."
Alternatives: "stop experiencing" or "hinder emotions".
For some participants, skipping breakfast was a coping mechanism to prevent feeling hungry, because they said that if they ate breakfast they would feel hungry sooner before lunch and would not be able to concentrate in class.
How can you prevent feeling like a victim of betrayed, bamboozled and broken ("victim words," no doubt)?
Hendriksen says you may start to associate the phone with feeling incompetent or embarrassed, so you avoid making calls to prevent feeling that way again.
I made eye contact with those approaching me and smiled, to prevent feeling small and weak, and hopefully to brighten their mornings.
13 14 Advice from healthcare professionals on wearing clothes to prevent feeling cold has been found to be effective.
For example, people who anticipate regret over missing their train leave early to prevent feeling regret (with the beneficial side effect of not missing their train).
Clients are encouraged to eat what they want (defined as what feels good internally) to prevent feelings of deprivation.
Donaldson-Feilder says maintaining support networks is crucial to prevent feelings of isolation.
Gertrude: "I try not to make long conversations with the husband to prevent feelings that I want their man.
Being at work generated social contacts; it may prevent feelings of loneliness.
For the immigrant women a clear distinction between HIV and prostitution or promiscuity could be necessary and could also prevent feelings of guilt and shame.
