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intrapsychic

[in″trah-si´kik]

arising, occurring, or situated within the mind.

in·tra·psy·chic

(in'tră-sī'kik),

Denoting the psychological dynamics that occur inside the mind without reference to the person's exchanges with other people or events.

Synonym(s): intrapersonal

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intrapsychic

(ĭn′trə-sī′kĭk)

adj.

Existing or taking place within the mind or psyche: intrapsychic conflict.

in′tra·psy′chi·cal·ly adv.

intrapsychic

adjective Referring to that which occurs in the psyche or mind

in·tra·psy·chic

(in'tră-sī'kik)

Denoting the psychological dynamics that occur inside the mind without reference to the person's exchanges with other persons or events.

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