womb fantasy

in psychoanalytic theory, the regressive fantasy of returning to the womb or existing in the womb, usually expressed in symbolic form, such as living underwater or being alone in a cavern.

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Psychology term of the day

February 11th 2025

interest factors

in vocational guidance and personnel selection, an individual’s interests or preferences regarded as indicators of personality traits and therefore of suitability for a particular job or type of employment. Interest factors can be derived from interest tests and other self-report inventories or from hobbies, leisure-time activities, and previous jobs.