Unconscious

Definition

The unconscious consists of mental processes that occur automatically and are not available to introspection or direct examination by our conscious mind.

Related terms

Freudian Slip: Named after Sigmund Freud who proposed the concept of unconsciousness, this term refers to an error in speech or action believed to reveal subconscious thoughts or desires.

Repression:

A defense mechanism where distressing memories or impulses are pushed into the unconscious mind.

Dream Analysis:

A psychoanalytic technique used by therapists where dreams are interpreted as reflections of unconscious desires or concerns.