self-feeding

n. the act of feeding oneself without the direct assistance of others. Some individuals with disabilities may not be capable of self-feeding, whereas others may be able to feed themselves with the help of certain assistive technology devices.

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Psychology term of the day

October 18th 2024

subject of consciousness

1. the observing ego, or “I.” See also nominative self; self as observer.

2. the subject matter, or contents, of conscious experience. Compare object of consciousness.