group superego

in psychoanalytic theory, the portion of the superego acquired from peer groups as opposed to the part derived from parental identifications. In a group, the collective superego or lack thereof is seen as superordinate to the superegos of the individuals that comprise the group.

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Psychology term of the day

February 25th 2025

essential tremor

trembling of the hands, head, or voice that appears to be hereditary. It is the most common type of movement disorder and is thought to be a benign condition, although its etiology and neurological substrates remain unclear. Also called familial tremor.