intrapsychic

[ in-truh-sahy-kik ]

adjective

, Psychology.

1. from or within the mind or self:

   intrapsychic conflict.

Other Words From

• intra·psychi·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of intrapsychic¹

First recorded in 1915–20; intra- + psychic

Example Sentences

But, in any case, it is quite clear that a purely intrapsychic, individualistic psychology, without preference to other people and social conditions, is not adequate.

From Scientific American

But one major factor was left out: the underlying, often unconscious, intrapsychic conflicts eaters have about eating healthfully, losing weight, being thin or giving up food as comfort.

From Scientific American

This added factor leads to an exaggeration of all the unfavorable psychic tendencies which have made their appearance, and the intrapsychic struggle goes on with increased vigor.

From Project Gutenberg