fissure of Rolando

see central sulcus. [Luigi Rolando (1773–1831), Italian anatomist]

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Psychology term of the day

September 14th 2024

wish

wish

n.

1. in classical psychoanalytic theory, the psychological manifestation of a biological instinct that operates on a conscious or unconscious level.

2. in general language, any desire or longing.