One of the Extensions of the Peritoneum

question 52

Short Answer

One of the extensions of the peritoneum

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Definitions:

Oedipal Crisis

An Oedipal Crisis, in Freudian theory, is a phase in a child's development characterized by conflicting emotions toward the opposite-sex parent and envy or rivalry toward the same-sex parent.

Denial

In psychoanalytic theory, the defense mechanism that allows the mind to deny that a current source of anxiety exists.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Neo-Freudian Psychologist

A psychologist belonging to a movement that adapted and extended Freud's theories, focusing more on social and cultural factors for personality.