ego-defensive function of an attitude

the role an attitude can play in enhancing or maintaining the self-esteem of the person holding that attitude. For example, people may hold very positive attitudes toward their social group as a means of maintaining their positive self-regard. See also functional approach to attitudes.

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Psychology term of the day

January 15th 2025

audible thought

a type of hallucination in which one hears one’s own thoughts as if they were projected by an inner voice.