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extrapsychic conflict

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conflict /con·flict/ (kon´flikt) a mental struggle, often unconscious, arising from the clash of incompatible or opposing impulses, wishes, drives, or external demands.
extrapsychic conflict  that between the self and the external environment.
intrapsychic conflict  that between forces within the self.

extrapsychic conflict
[-sī′kik]
Etymology: L, extra + Gk, psyche, mind; L, confligere, to strike together
an emotional conflict that usually occurs when one's inner needs and desires do not coincide with the restrictions of the environment or society. Compare intrapsychic conflict. See also conflict.


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